Nilma vs Bona Vista
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nilma (997) sits above Bona Vista (993). Nilma skews owner-occupied (83%), Bona Vista runs more rental-dense (57% owner).
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Nilma and Bona Vista side by side
| Measure | Nilma | Bona Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 83.0% | 57.0% |
| Renter occupied | 5.0% | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 16 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 997 | 993 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 410 | 107 |
| Median age | 38 | 47 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 909 mm | 942 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.9°C | 25.6°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
- Nilma edges out on average school ICSEA (997 vs 993).
Nilma vs Bona Vista: common questions
Does Nilma or Bona Vista have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nilma scores 997 vs 993 in Bona Vista. 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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