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Machine Creek vs The Narrows

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Narrows (948) sits above Machine Creek (909).

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Machine Creek and The Narrows side by side

MeasureMachine CreekThe Narrows
Renting
Owner occupied95.0%–
Renter occupied12.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby29
Average ICSEA909948
Lifestyle and people
Walk score–0
Transit score–0
Bike score–0
Population131–
Median age42–
Climate
Annual rainfall809 mm776 mm
Mean max, January31.5°C30.8°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
The Narrows edges out on average school ICSEA (948 vs 909).

Machine Creek vs The Narrows: common questions

Does Machine Creek or The Narrows have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Narrows scores 948 vs 909 in Machine Creek. 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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