Merton vs Gobur
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Merton (994) sits above Gobur (989).
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Merton and Gobur side by side
| Measure | Merton | Gobur |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | 81.0% |
| Renter occupied | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 18 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 994 | 989 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 45 | 0 |
| Population | 216 | 102 |
| Median age | 53 | 58 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 726 mm | 720 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.6°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
- Merton edges out on average school ICSEA (994 vs 989).
Merton vs Gobur: common questions
Does Merton or Gobur have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Merton scores 994 vs 989 in Gobur. 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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