Macleod West vs Banyule
Banyule scores higher on walkability (6/100 vs 24/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Banyule (1095) sits above Macleod West (1070).
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Macleod West and Banyule side by side
| Measure | Macleod West | Banyule |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1070 | 1095 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 6 | 24 |
| Transit score | 40 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 654 mm | 678 mm |
| Mean max, January | 27.1°C | 27.4°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
- Banyule edges out on average school ICSEA (1095 vs 1070).
Macleod West vs Banyule: common questions
Does Macleod West or Banyule have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Banyule scores 1095 vs 1070 in Macleod West. 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.
Which is more walkable, Macleod West or Banyule?
Banyule scores 24/100 on walkability vs 6/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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