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Waltowa vs Poltalloch

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Waltowa (917) sits above Poltalloch (906). Waltowa skews owner-occupied (47%), Poltalloch runs more rental-dense (25% owner).

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Waltowa and Poltalloch side by side

MeasureWaltowaPoltalloch
Renting
Owner occupied47.0%25.0%
Renter occupied20.0%75.0%
Schools
Schools nearby38
Average ICSEA917906
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population3341
Median age5729
Climate
Annual rainfall464 mm420 mm
Mean max, January27.2°C27.4°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
Waltowa edges out on average school ICSEA (917 vs 906).

Waltowa vs Poltalloch: common questions

Does Waltowa or Poltalloch have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Waltowa scores 917 vs 906 in Poltalloch. 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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