Torrens Vale vs Parawa
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Torrens Vale (1001) sits above Parawa (980). Torrens Vale skews owner-occupied (74%), Parawa runs more rental-dense (61% owner).
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Torrens Vale and Parawa side by side
| Measure | Torrens Vale | Parawa |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $475/wk |
| Owner occupied | 74.0% | 61.0% |
| Renter occupied | 15.0% | 24.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 1001 | 980 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 71 | 91 |
| Median age | 54 | 56 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 721 mm | 815 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.5°C | 23.8°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
- Torrens Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (1001 vs 980).
Torrens Vale vs Parawa: common questions
Does Torrens Vale or Parawa have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Torrens Vale scores 1001 vs 980 in Parawa. 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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