Balmoral Ridge vs North Maleny
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving North Maleny (1034) sits above Balmoral Ridge (1029).
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Balmoral Ridge and North Maleny side by side
| Measure | Balmoral Ridge | North Maleny |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 86.0% | 89.0% |
| Renter occupied | 16.0% | 10.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 9 | 8 |
| Average ICSEA | 1029 | 1034 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 302 | 710 |
| Median age | 57 | 61 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1730 mm | 1851 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.4°C | 27.7°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
- North Maleny edges out on average school ICSEA (1034 vs 1029).
Balmoral Ridge vs North Maleny: common questions
Does Balmoral Ridge or North Maleny have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), North Maleny scores 1034 vs 1029 in Balmoral Ridge. 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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