Macarthur vs Ripponhurst
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Ripponhurst (983) sits above Macarthur (977).
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Macarthur and Ripponhurst side by side
| Measure | Macarthur | Ripponhurst |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $475,000 | – |
| Median unit | $133,920 | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 18 | 16 |
| Average ICSEA | 977 | 983 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 690 mm | 708 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.9°C | 24.9°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
- Ripponhurst edges out on average school ICSEA (983 vs 977).
Macarthur vs Ripponhurst: common questions
Does Macarthur or Ripponhurst have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Ripponhurst scores 983 vs 977 in Macarthur. 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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