Guildford vs Mcdonald Islands
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mcdonald Islands (945) sits above Guildford (915).
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Guildford and Mcdonald Islands side by side
| Measure | Guildford | Mcdonald Islands |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $230/wk | – |
| Unit rent | $196/wk | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 16 |
| Average ICSEA | 915 | 945 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1957 mm | 2095 mm |
| Mean max, January | 18.7°C | 17.1°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
- Mcdonald Islands edges out on average school ICSEA (945 vs 915).
Guildford vs Mcdonald Islands: common questions
Does Guildford or Mcdonald Islands have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mcdonald Islands scores 945 vs 915 in Guildford. 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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