Tolmie vs Archerton
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Archerton (1017) sits above Tolmie (1004). Tolmie skews owner-occupied (92%), Archerton runs more rental-dense (30% owner).
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Tolmie and Archerton side by side
| Measure | Tolmie | Archerton |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 30.0% |
| Renter occupied | 7.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 1004 | 1017 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 547 | 16 |
| Median age | 52 | 44 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1080 mm | 1202 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.4°C | 25.6°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
- Archerton edges out on average school ICSEA (1017 vs 1004).
Tolmie vs Archerton: common questions
Does Tolmie or Archerton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Archerton scores 1017 vs 1004 in Tolmie. 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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