Glen Esk vs Murrumba
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Murrumba (961) sits above Glen Esk (927).
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| Measure | Glen Esk | Murrumba |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 50.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 927 | 961 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 55 | 11 |
| Median age | 54 | 54 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 805 mm | 801 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.2°C | 31.0°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
- Murrumba edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 927).
Glen Esk vs Murrumba: common questions
Does Glen Esk or Murrumba have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Murrumba scores 961 vs 927 in Glen Esk. 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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