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Oconnell vs Garthowen

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Oconnell (983) sits above Garthowen (976).

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Oconnell and Garthowen side by side

MeasureOconnellGarthowen
Renting
House rent$580/wk$580/wk
Unit rent$450/wk$450/wk
Owner occupied–89.0%
Renter occupied–6.0%
Schools
Schools nearby620
Average ICSEA983976
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–169
Median age–42
Climate
Annual rainfall624 mm655 mm
Mean max, January28.6°C28.5°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
Oconnell edges out on average school ICSEA (983 vs 976).

Oconnell vs Garthowen: common questions

Does Oconnell or Garthowen have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Oconnell scores 983 vs 976 in Garthowen. 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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