Whittington vs Newcomb
Whittington (median $557,500) is roughly 2% cheaper to buy into than Newcomb ($567,500).
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Whittington and Newcomb side by side
| Measure | Whittington | Newcomb |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $557,500 | $567,500 |
| Median unit | $405,000 | $458,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 53.0% | 56.0% |
| Renter occupied | 44.0% | 41.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1026 | 1033 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 32 |
| Transit score | – | 60 |
| Bike score | – | 15 |
| Population | 3,990 | 4,704 |
| Median age | 42 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 513 mm | 496 mm |
| Mean max, January | 25.1°C | 25.4°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Newcomb (1033) sits above Whittington (1026).
- For buyers
- Whittington is the lower entry point at $557,500 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
- Newcomb edges out on average school ICSEA (1033 vs 1026).
Whittington vs Newcomb: common questions
Is Whittington or Newcomb cheaper to buy in?
Whittington has the lower median house price at $557,500, roughly 2% below Newcomb ($567,500). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Whittington or Newcomb have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Newcomb scores 1033 vs 1026 in Whittington. 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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