Palmyra vs Te Kowai
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Te Kowai (963) sits above Palmyra (957).
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Palmyra and Te Kowai side by side
| Measure | Palmyra | Te Kowai |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 75.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 957 | 963 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 227 |
| Median age | – | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1502 mm | 1502 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.1°C | 31.1°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
- Te Kowai edges out on average school ICSEA (963 vs 957).
Palmyra vs Te Kowai: common questions
Does Palmyra or Te Kowai have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Te Kowai scores 963 vs 957 in Palmyra. 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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