Monbulk vs Macclesfield

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Monbulk (1053) sits above Macclesfield (1044).

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Monbulk and Macclesfield side by side

MeasureMonbulkMacclesfield
Price and market
Median house$795,000–
Median unit$303,120–
Renting
Owner occupied82.0%–
Renter occupied14.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2013
Average ICSEA10531044
Lifestyle and people
Walk score0–
Transit score0–
Bike score0–
Population3,651–
Median age41–
Climate
Annual rainfall1100 mm1074 mm
Mean max, January26.1°C26.1°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
Monbulk edges out on average school ICSEA (1053 vs 1044).

Monbulk vs Macclesfield: common questions

Does Monbulk or Macclesfield have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Monbulk scores 1053 vs 1044 in Macclesfield. 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.