Nguiu vs Tiwi Islands
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tiwi Islands (687) sits above Nguiu (660).
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Nguiu and Tiwi Islands side by side
| Measure | Nguiu | Tiwi Islands |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $80/wk | $80/wk |
| Unit rent | $68/wk | $40/wk |
| Renter occupied | – | 39.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 660 | 687 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | – | 194 |
| Median age | – | 17 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1712 mm | 1751 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.9°C | 31.7°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
- Tiwi Islands edges out on average school ICSEA (687 vs 660).
Nguiu vs Tiwi Islands: common questions
Does Nguiu or Tiwi Islands have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tiwi Islands scores 687 vs 660 in Nguiu. 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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