Lotus Creek vs May Downs
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lotus Creek (1001) sits above May Downs (976). May Downs skews owner-occupied (70%), Lotus Creek runs more rental-dense (29% owner).
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Lotus Creek and May Downs side by side
| Measure | Lotus Creek | May Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 29.0% | 70.0% |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | 11.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 1 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1001 | 976 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 113 | 93 |
| Median age | 33 | 38 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 677 mm | 562 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.0°C | 33.3°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
- For buyers
- We don't yet have verified suburb-level medians for one or both of these suburbs. Check the individual profiles for the data we do publish, and the methodology page for how we source it.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Lotus Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (1001 vs 976).
Lotus Creek vs May Downs: common questions
Does Lotus Creek or May Downs have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lotus Creek scores 1001 vs 976 in May Downs. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
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