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Ootha vs Derriwong

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Derriwong (904) sits above Ootha (897).

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Ootha and Derriwong side by side

MeasureOothaDerriwong
Renting
House rent–$370/wk
Owner occupied79.0%79.0%
Renter occupied42.0%43.0%
Schools
Schools nearby84
Average ICSEA897904
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population4438
Median age5046
Climate
Annual rainfall448 mm437 mm
Mean max, January34.4°C34.6°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
Derriwong edges out on average school ICSEA (904 vs 897). Derriwong also has a higher family-household share (79% vs 58%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Ootha vs Derriwong: common questions

Does Ootha or Derriwong have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Derriwong scores 904 vs 897 in Ootha. 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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