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Darwin River Dam vs Manton

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Manton (952) sits above Darwin River Dam (947).

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Darwin River Dam and Manton side by side

MeasureDarwin River DamManton
Renting
House rent$80/wk$275/wk
Unit rent$68/wk$50/wk
Owner occupied–57.0%
Renter occupied–19.0%
Schools
Schools nearby310
Average ICSEA947952
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–87
Median age–37
Climate
Annual rainfall1561 mm1626 mm
Mean max, January32.8°C32.9°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
Manton edges out on average school ICSEA (952 vs 947).

Darwin River Dam vs Manton: common questions

Does Darwin River Dam or Manton have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Manton scores 952 vs 947 in Darwin River Dam. 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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