Thornton vs Mulgowie
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mulgowie (958) sits above Thornton (955).
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Thornton and Mulgowie side by side
| Measure | Thornton | Mulgowie |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 76.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 13.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 958 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 166 |
| Median age | – | 49 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 813 mm | 731 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.7°C | 31.6°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
- Mulgowie edges out on average school ICSEA (958 vs 955).
Thornton vs Mulgowie: common questions
Does Thornton or Mulgowie have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mulgowie scores 958 vs 955 in Thornton. 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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