Tarwin Lower vs Middle Tarwin
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Middle Tarwin (1035) sits above Tarwin Lower (1001). Tarwin Lower skews owner-occupied (88%), Middle Tarwin runs more rental-dense (76% owner).
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Tarwin Lower and Middle Tarwin side by side
| Measure | Tarwin Lower | Middle Tarwin |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | 76.0% |
| Renter occupied | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 1001 | 1035 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 462 | 91 |
| Median age | 53 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 831 mm | 829 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.9°C | 24.2°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
- Middle Tarwin edges out on average school ICSEA (1035 vs 1001).
Tarwin Lower vs Middle Tarwin: common questions
Does Tarwin Lower or Middle Tarwin have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Middle Tarwin scores 1035 vs 1001 in Tarwin Lower. 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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