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Smiths Gully vs Cottles Bridge

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Cottles Bridge (1057) sits above Smiths Gully (1044).

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Smiths Gully and Cottles Bridge side by side

MeasureSmiths GullyCottles Bridge
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%88.0%
Renter occupied3.0%11.0%
Schools
Schools nearby920
Average ICSEA10441057
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population356609
Median age4952
Climate
Annual rainfall780 mm702 mm
Mean max, January27.0°C27.5°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
Cottles Bridge edges out on average school ICSEA (1057 vs 1044).

Smiths Gully vs Cottles Bridge: common questions

Does Smiths Gully or Cottles Bridge have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Cottles Bridge scores 1057 vs 1044 in Smiths Gully. 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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