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South Yaamba vs Alton Downs

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving South Yaamba (966) sits above Alton Downs (958).

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South Yaamba and Alton Downs side by side

MeasureSouth YaambaAlton Downs
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%90.0%
Renter occupied19.0%5.0%
Schools
Schools nearby520
Average ICSEA966958
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population791,324
Median age3541
Climate
Annual rainfall692 mm680 mm
Mean max, January32.3°C32.4°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
South Yaamba edges out on average school ICSEA (966 vs 958).

South Yaamba vs Alton Downs: common questions

Does South Yaamba or Alton Downs have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), South Yaamba scores 966 vs 958 in Alton Downs. 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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