Orion vs Cona Creek
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Cona Creek (991) sits above Orion (984).
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Orion and Cona Creek side by side
| Measure | Orion | Cona Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 41.0% | 44.0% |
| Renter occupied | 14.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 984 | 991 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 87 | 57 |
| Median age | 32 | 34 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 602 mm | 633 mm |
| Mean max, January | 34.5°C | 34.0°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
- Cona Creek edges out on average school ICSEA (991 vs 984). Orion also has a higher family-household share (93% vs 67%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Orion vs Cona Creek: common questions
Does Orion or Cona Creek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cona Creek scores 991 vs 984 in Orion. 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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