Banyule vs Macleod West
Banyule scores higher on walkability (24/100 vs 6/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Banyule (1095) sits above Macleod West (1070).
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Banyule and Macleod West side by side
| Measure | Banyule | Macleod West |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1095 | 1070 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 24 | 6 |
| Transit score | 0 | 40 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 678 mm | 654 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.4°C | 27.1°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
- Banyule edges out on average school ICSEA (1095 vs 1070).
Banyule vs Macleod West: common questions
Does Banyule or Macleod West have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Banyule scores 1095 vs 1070 in Macleod West. 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, Banyule or Macleod West?
Banyule scores 24/100 on walkability vs 6/100. 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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