Upwey vs Tecoma
Upwey (median $895,000) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Tecoma ($912,500).
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Upwey and Tecoma side by side
| Measure | Upwey | Tecoma |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $895,000 | $912,500 |
| Median unit | $308,880 | $293,040 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 89.0% | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 15.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1067 | 1069 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 4 | 76 |
| Transit score | 20 | 10 |
| Bike score | 85 | 65 |
| Population | 6,818 | 2,064 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1047 mm | 1047 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.9°C | 24.9°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
Tecoma scores higher on walkability (4/100 vs 76/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tecoma (1069) sits above Upwey (1067).
- For buyers
- Upwey is the lower entry point at $895,000 median, 2% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- 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
- Tecoma edges out on average school ICSEA (1069 vs 1067).
Upwey vs Tecoma: common questions
Is Upwey or Tecoma cheaper to buy in?
Upwey has the lower median house price at $895,000, roughly 2% below Tecoma ($912,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Upwey or Tecoma have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tecoma scores 1069 vs 1067 in Upwey. 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.
Which is more walkable, Upwey or Tecoma?
Tecoma scores 76/100 on walkability vs 4/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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