Maclean vs Riverbend

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Maclean (991) sits above Riverbend (977).

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Maclean and Riverbend side by side

MeasureMacleanRiverbend
Renting
Owner occupied–87.0%
Renter occupied–12.0%
Schools
Schools nearby138
Average ICSEA991977
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score045
Population–661
Median age–36
Climate
Annual rainfall884 mm884 mm
Mean max, January30.9°C30.9°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
Maclean edges out on average school ICSEA (991 vs 977).

Maclean vs Riverbend: common questions

Does Maclean or Riverbend have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Maclean scores 991 vs 977 in Riverbend. 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.