Mount Walker vs Merryvale

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Mount Walker (961) sits above Merryvale (954).

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Mount Walker and Merryvale side by side

MeasureMount WalkerMerryvale
Renting
Owner occupied–129.0%
Schools
Schools nearby116
Average ICSEA961954
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–32
Median age–32
Climate
Annual rainfall781 mm792 mm
Mean max, January31.6°C32.0°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
Mount Walker edges out on average school ICSEA (961 vs 954).

Mount Walker vs Merryvale: common questions

Does Mount Walker or Merryvale have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Mount Walker scores 961 vs 954 in Merryvale. 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.