Marcus Beach vs Castaways Beach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Castaways Beach (1062) sits above Marcus Beach (1061).
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Marcus Beach and Castaways Beach side by side
| Measure | Marcus Beach | Castaways Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 79.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 21.0% | 11.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 15 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 1061 | 1062 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 45 | 90 |
| Population | 839 | 683 |
| Median age | 48 | 51 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1625 mm | 1625 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.9°C | 28.9°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
- Castaways Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (1062 vs 1061). Castaways Beach also has a higher family-household share (88% vs 71%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Marcus Beach vs Castaways Beach: common questions
Does Marcus Beach or Castaways Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Castaways Beach scores 1062 vs 1061 in Marcus Beach. 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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