Ward Hill vs Dowling
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ward Hill (949) sits above Dowling (946).
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Ward Hill and Dowling side by side
| Measure | Ward Hill | Dowling |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 63.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 9 |
| Average ICSEA | 949 | 946 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 52 | 518 |
| Median age | 53 | 55 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 352 mm | 360 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.5°C | 31.3°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
- Ward Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (949 vs 946).
Ward Hill vs Dowling: common questions
Does Ward Hill or Dowling have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ward Hill scores 949 vs 946 in Dowling. 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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