Moruben vs Higher Macdonald

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Higher Macdonald (962) sits above Moruben (943).

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Moruben and Higher Macdonald side by side

MeasureMorubenHigher Macdonald
Renting
House rent$590/wk$568/wk
Unit rent$480/wk–
Owner occupied–120.0%
Schools
Schools nearby818
Average ICSEA943962
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–20
Median age–55
Climate
Annual rainfall744 mm806 mm
Mean max, January30.0°C29.8°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
Higher Macdonald edges out on average school ICSEA (962 vs 943).

Moruben vs Higher Macdonald: common questions

Does Moruben or Higher Macdonald have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Higher Macdonald scores 962 vs 943 in Moruben. 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.