Bull Plain vs Merton Vale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Merton Vale (1004) sits above Bull Plain (986).
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Bull Plain and Merton Vale side by side
| Measure | Bull Plain | Merton Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $465/wk | $465/wk |
| Unit rent | $305/wk | $305/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 16 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 986 | 1004 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 468 mm | 494 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.7°C | 32.7°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
- Merton Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (1004 vs 986).
Bull Plain vs Merton Vale: common questions
Does Bull Plain or Merton Vale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Merton Vale scores 1004 vs 986 in Bull Plain. 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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