Nicholson vs Bumberrah
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Bumberrah (986) sits above Nicholson (974).
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Nicholson and Bumberrah side by side
| Measure | Nicholson | Bumberrah |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 87.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 18 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 974 | 986 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 40 | 25 |
| Population | – | 101 |
| Median age | – | 46 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 671 mm | 665 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.8°C | 25.4°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
- Bumberrah edges out on average school ICSEA (986 vs 974).
Nicholson vs Bumberrah: common questions
Does Nicholson or Bumberrah have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Bumberrah scores 986 vs 974 in Nicholson. 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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