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Merryvale vs Townson

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Townson (961) sits above Merryvale (954). Merryvale skews owner-occupied (129%), Townson runs more rental-dense (94% owner).

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Merryvale and Townson side by side

MeasureMerryvaleTownson
Renting
Owner occupied129.0%94.0%
Renter occupied–47.0%
Schools
Schools nearby620
Average ICSEA954961
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3252
Median age3237
Climate
Annual rainfall792 mm895 mm
Mean max, January32.0°C30.9°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
Townson edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 954). Merryvale also has a higher family-household share (100% vs 71%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Merryvale vs Townson: common questions

Does Merryvale or Townson have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Townson scores 961 vs 954 in Merryvale. 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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