Balmoral vs Wattle Ridge
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Wattle Ridge (1003) sits above Balmoral (963).
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Balmoral and Wattle Ridge side by side
| Measure | Balmoral | Wattle Ridge |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $790/wk | $750/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 5 | 18 |
| Average ICSEA | 963 | 1003 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 780 mm | 742 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.0°C | 27.2°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
- Wattle Ridge edges out on average school ICSEA (1003 vs 963).
Balmoral vs Wattle Ridge: common questions
Does Balmoral or Wattle Ridge have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Wattle Ridge scores 1003 vs 963 in Balmoral. 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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