Talawa vs Alberton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Alberton (909) sits above Talawa (897).
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Talawa and Alberton side by side
| Measure | Talawa | Alberton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $203/wk | $203/wk |
| Unit rent | $135/wk | $173/wk |
| Owner occupied | 76.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 12.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 897 | 909 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 61 | 632 |
| Median age | 47 | 47 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1242 mm | 1290 mm |
| Mean max, January | 22.3°C | 21.4°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
- Alberton edges out on average school ICSEA (909 vs 897).
Talawa vs Alberton: common questions
Does Talawa or Alberton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Alberton scores 909 vs 897 in Talawa. 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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