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Marrawah vs Nelson Bay

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Nelson Bay (954) sits above Marrawah (899).

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Marrawah and Nelson Bay side by side

MeasureMarrawahNelson Bay
Renting
House rent$220/wk$220/wk
Unit rent$150/wk$187/wk
Owner occupied83.0%–
Renter occupied16.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby62
Average ICSEA899954
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population152–
Median age52–
Climate
Annual rainfall1105 mm1083 mm
Mean max, January20.4°C20.8°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
Nelson Bay edges out on average school ICSEA (954 vs 899).

Marrawah vs Nelson Bay: common questions

Does Marrawah or Nelson Bay have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Nelson Bay scores 954 vs 899 in Marrawah. 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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