Macdonaldtown vs Toowoomba West
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Macdonaldtown (997) sits above Toowoomba West (996).
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Macdonaldtown and Toowoomba West side by side
| Measure | Macdonaldtown | Toowoomba West |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 996 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 34 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 793 mm | 793 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.6°C | 28.6°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
- Macdonaldtown edges out on average school ICSEA (997 vs 996).
Macdonaldtown vs Toowoomba West: common questions
Does Macdonaldtown or Toowoomba West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Macdonaldtown scores 997 vs 996 in Toowoomba West. 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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