Manly vs Lota
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Manly (1041) sits above Lota (1040).
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Manly and Lota side by side
| Measure | Manly | Lota |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 75.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 23.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1041 | 1040 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 32 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 100 | – |
| Population | – | 3,518 |
| Median age | – | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 986 mm | 986 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.3°C | 29.3°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
- Manly edges out on average school ICSEA (1041 vs 1040).
Manly vs Lota: common questions
Does Manly or Lota have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Manly scores 1041 vs 1040 in Lota. 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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