Yeodene vs Barwon Downs
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Barwon Downs (1036) sits above Yeodene (987). Yeodene skews owner-occupied (89%), Barwon Downs runs more rental-dense (78% owner).
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Yeodene and Barwon Downs side by side
| Measure | Yeodene | Barwon Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 89.0% | 78.0% |
| Renter occupied | 18.0% | 5.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 12 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 987 | 1036 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 107 | 136 |
| Median age | 47 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 739 mm | 768 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.2°C | 24.0°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
- Barwon Downs edges out on average school ICSEA (1036 vs 987). Yeodene also has a higher family-household share (79% vs 59%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Yeodene vs Barwon Downs: common questions
Does Yeodene or Barwon Downs have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Barwon Downs scores 1036 vs 987 in Yeodene. 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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