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Lower Hotham vs Upper Murray

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Lower Hotham (982) sits above Upper Murray (955).

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Lower Hotham and Upper Murray side by side

MeasureLower HothamUpper Murray
Renting
House rent$280/wk$280/wk
Unit rent$238/wk$238/wk
Schools
Schools nearby28
Average ICSEA982955
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population13–
Median age50–
Climate
Annual rainfall707 mm813 mm
Mean max, January31.4°C31.2°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
Lower Hotham edges out on average school ICSEA (982 vs 955).

Lower Hotham vs Upper Murray: common questions

Does Lower Hotham or Upper Murray have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Lower Hotham scores 982 vs 955 in Upper Murray. 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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