Walkamin vs Chewko

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Chewko (1021) sits above Walkamin (965). Walkamin skews owner-occupied (74%), Chewko runs more rental-dense (56% owner).

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Walkamin and Chewko side by side

MeasureWalkaminChewko
Renting
Owner occupied74.0%56.0%
Renter occupied15.0%32.0%
Schools
Schools nearby112
Average ICSEA9651021
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score50
Population532213
Median age4751
Climate
Annual rainfall1007 mm818 mm
Mean max, January30.0°C30.9°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
Chewko edges out on average school ICSEA (1021 vs 965).

Walkamin vs Chewko: common questions

Does Walkamin or Chewko have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Chewko scores 1021 vs 965 in Walkamin. 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.