Barabba vs Magdala
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Magdala (989) sits above Barabba (981). Barabba skews owner-occupied (102%), Magdala runs more rental-dense (88% owner).
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Barabba and Magdala side by side
| Measure | Barabba | Magdala |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 102.0% | 88.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 981 | 989 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 135 | 79 |
| Median age | 36 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 404 mm | 426 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.0°C | 30.9°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
- Magdala edges out on average school ICSEA (989 vs 981).
Barabba vs Magdala: common questions
Does Barabba or Magdala have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Magdala scores 989 vs 981 in Barabba. 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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