Mena Creek vs Basilisk
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Basilisk (918) sits above Mena Creek (899).
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| Measure | Mena Creek | Basilisk |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 7.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 14 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 899 | 918 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 210 | – |
| Median age | 37 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 3285 mm | 3242 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.2°C | 31.0°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
- Basilisk edges out on average school ICSEA (918 vs 899).
Mena Creek vs Basilisk: common questions
Does Mena Creek or Basilisk have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Basilisk scores 918 vs 899 in Mena Creek. 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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