Woomera vs Purple Downs
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Woomera (954) sits above Purple Downs (950).
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Woomera and Purple Downs side by side
| Measure | Woomera | Purple Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Renter occupied | 51.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 1 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 954 | 950 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 132 | – |
| Median age | 43 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 159 mm | 156 mm |
| Mean max, January | 35.5°C | 36.3°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
- Woomera edges out on average school ICSEA (954 vs 950).
Woomera vs Purple Downs: common questions
Does Woomera or Purple Downs have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Woomera scores 954 vs 950 in Purple Downs. 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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