West Woombye vs Perwillowen
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving West Woombye (1043) sits above Perwillowen (1042). West Woombye skews owner-occupied (86%), Perwillowen runs more rental-dense (76% owner).
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West Woombye and Perwillowen side by side
| Measure | West Woombye | Perwillowen |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 76.0% |
| Renter occupied | 11.0% | 15.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 17 | 16 |
| Average ICSEA | 1043 | 1042 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 5 |
| Population | 1,083 | 213 |
| Median age | 47 | 54 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1579 mm | 1627 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.5°C | 28.7°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
- West Woombye edges out on average school ICSEA (1043 vs 1042). West Woombye also has a higher family-household share (86% vs 75%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
West Woombye vs Perwillowen: common questions
Does West Woombye or Perwillowen have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), West Woombye scores 1043 vs 1042 in Perwillowen. 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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