Armadale North vs Malvern North
Armadale North scores higher on walkability (100/100 vs 92/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Malvern North (1162) sits above Armadale North (1133).
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Armadale North and Malvern North side by side
| Measure | Armadale North | Malvern North |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1133 | 1162 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 100 | 92 |
| Transit score | 100 | 100 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 625 mm | 668 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.6°C | 26.7°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
- Malvern North edges out on average school ICSEA (1162 vs 1133).
Armadale North vs Malvern North: common questions
Does Armadale North or Malvern North have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Malvern North scores 1162 vs 1133 in Armadale North. 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.
Which is more walkable, Armadale North or Malvern North?
Armadale North scores 100/100 on walkability vs 92/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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