Sheldon vs Mount Cotton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Sheldon (1040) sits above Mount Cotton (1031).
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Sheldon and Mount Cotton side by side
| Measure | Sheldon | Mount Cotton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 86.0% |
| Renter occupied | 5.0% | 14.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1040 | 1031 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 1,762 | 7,302 |
| Median age | 47 | 34 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1143 mm | 1143 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.3°C | 29.3°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
- Sheldon edges out on average school ICSEA (1040 vs 1031).
Sheldon vs Mount Cotton: common questions
Does Sheldon or Mount Cotton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Sheldon scores 1040 vs 1031 in Mount Cotton. 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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