Ninnes vs Lochiel
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lochiel (961) sits above Ninnes (942).
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Ninnes and Lochiel side by side
| Measure | Ninnes | Lochiel |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $330/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $175/wk |
| Owner occupied | 70.0% | 71.0% |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 942 | 961 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 65 | 104 |
| Median age | 34 | 50 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 389 mm | 384 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.9°C | 31.2°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
- Lochiel edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 942).
Ninnes vs Lochiel: common questions
Does Ninnes or Lochiel have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lochiel scores 961 vs 942 in Ninnes. 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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