Kings Siding vs Malu
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Malu (952) sits above Kings Siding (931).
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Kings Siding and Malu side by side
| Measure | Kings Siding | Malu |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 117.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 7 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 931 | 952 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Population | 15 | 18 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 544 mm | 537 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.2°C | 31.4°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
- Malu edges out on average school ICSEA (952 vs 931). Malu also has a higher family-household share (225% vs 100%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Kings Siding vs Malu: common questions
Does Kings Siding or Malu have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Malu scores 952 vs 931 in Kings Siding. 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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