Pithara vs Nugadong
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nugadong (993) sits above Pithara (988). Pithara skews owner-occupied (94%), Nugadong runs more rental-dense (50% owner).
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Pithara and Nugadong side by side
| Measure | Pithara | Nugadong |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $275/wk | $235/wk |
| Unit rent | $275/wk | $350/wk |
| Owner occupied | 94.0% | 50.0% |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 988 | 993 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 129 | 11 |
| Median age | 45 | 55 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 312 mm | 285 mm |
| Mean max, January | 35.2°C | 35.8°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
- Nugadong edges out on average school ICSEA (993 vs 988).
Pithara vs Nugadong: common questions
Does Pithara or Nugadong have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nugadong scores 993 vs 988 in Pithara. 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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