Nirranda vs The Cove
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Cove (1009) sits above Nirranda (980). Nirranda skews owner-occupied (52%), The Cove runs more rental-dense (33% owner).
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Nirranda and The Cove side by side
| Measure | Nirranda | The Cove |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 52.0% | 33.0% |
| Renter occupied | 29.0% | 33.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 980 | 1009 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 50 | 18 |
| Median age | 60 | 61 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 848 mm | 820 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.7°C | 23.7°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
- The Cove edges out on average school ICSEA (1009 vs 980).
Nirranda vs The Cove: common questions
Does Nirranda or The Cove have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Cove scores 1009 vs 980 in Nirranda. 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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