Tennyson vs Lockington

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tennyson (971) sits above Lockington (969).

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Tennyson and Lockington side by side

MeasureTennysonLockington
Price and market
Median house–$362,500
Median unit–$174,240
Renting
Owner occupied–77.0%
Renter occupied–17.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2019
Average ICSEA971969
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–850
Median age–47
Climate
Annual rainfall396 mm393 mm
Mean max, January31.7°C31.8°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
Tennyson edges out on average school ICSEA (971 vs 969).

Tennyson vs Lockington: common questions

Does Tennyson or Lockington have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tennyson scores 971 vs 969 in Lockington. 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.