Mount Observation vs The Lakes
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving The Lakes (995) sits above Mount Observation (964).
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Mount Observation and The Lakes side by side
| Measure | Mount Observation | The Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $260/wk | $375/wk |
| Unit rent | $221/wk | $319/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 88.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 10 |
| Average ICSEA | 964 | 995 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 20 | – |
| Population | – | 20 |
| Median age | – | 56 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 565 mm | 682 mm |
| Mean max, January | 33.2°C | 32.8°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
- The Lakes edges out on average school ICSEA (995 vs 964).
Mount Observation vs The Lakes: common questions
Does Mount Observation or The Lakes have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), The Lakes scores 995 vs 964 in Mount Observation. 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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