Palmer vs Bonython
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Palmer (1003) sits above Bonython (966).
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Palmer and Bonython side by side
| Measure | Palmer | Bonython |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 91.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 9.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1003 | 966 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 215 | – |
| Median age | 50 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 418 mm | 384 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.5°C | 29.9°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
- Palmer edges out on average school ICSEA (1003 vs 966).
Palmer vs Bonython: common questions
Does Palmer or Bonython have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Palmer scores 1003 vs 966 in Bonython. 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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