Sandy Ridges vs Coolabunia
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Coolabunia (957) sits above Sandy Ridges (944).
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Sandy Ridges and Coolabunia side by side
| Measure | Sandy Ridges | Coolabunia |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 77.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 944 | 957 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 111 | 173 |
| Median age | 52 | 45 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 707 mm | 689 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.0°C | 30.4°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
- Coolabunia edges out on average school ICSEA (957 vs 944).
Sandy Ridges vs Coolabunia: common questions
Does Sandy Ridges or Coolabunia have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Coolabunia scores 957 vs 944 in Sandy Ridges. 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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