Tyrrell vs Waitchie
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tyrrell (978) sits above Waitchie (960). Tyrrell skews owner-occupied (71%), Waitchie runs more rental-dense (47% owner).
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Tyrrell and Waitchie side by side
| Measure | Tyrrell | Waitchie |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 71.0% | 47.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 978 | 960 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 16 | 43 |
| Median age | 55 | 29 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 299 mm | 310 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.8°C | 32.9°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
- Tyrrell edges out on average school ICSEA (978 vs 960). Tyrrell also has a higher family-household share (100% vs 80%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Tyrrell vs Waitchie: common questions
Does Tyrrell or Waitchie have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tyrrell scores 978 vs 960 in Waitchie. 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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