Townson vs Mulgowie

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Townson (961) sits above Mulgowie (958). Townson skews owner-occupied (94%), Mulgowie runs more rental-dense (76% owner).

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Townson and Mulgowie side by side

MeasureTownsonMulgowie
Renting
Owner occupied94.0%76.0%
Renter occupied47.0%13.0%
Schools
Schools nearby2012
Average ICSEA961958
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population52166
Median age3749
Climate
Annual rainfall895 mm731 mm
Mean max, January30.9°C31.6°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
Townson edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 958).

Townson vs Mulgowie: common questions

Does Townson or Mulgowie have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Townson scores 961 vs 958 in Mulgowie. 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.