Compton vs Moorak
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Moorak (961) sits above Compton (960).
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Compton and Moorak side by side
| Measure | Compton | Moorak |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $510/wk | $400/wk |
| Unit rent | $230/wk | $250/wk |
| Owner occupied | 92.0% | 90.0% |
| Renter occupied | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 13 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 960 | 961 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 812 | 1,412 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 739 mm | 737 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.9°C | 25.1°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
- Moorak edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 960).
Compton vs Moorak: common questions
Does Compton or Moorak have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Moorak scores 961 vs 960 in Compton. 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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