Mountain River vs Leslie Vale
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Leslie Vale (1056) sits above Mountain River (1032).
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Mountain River and Leslie Vale side by side
| Measure | Mountain River | Leslie Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $290/wk | $375/wk |
| Unit rent | $300/wk | $340/wk |
| Owner occupied | 91.0% | 82.0% |
| Renter occupied | 6.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 1032 | 1056 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 606 | 392 |
| Median age | 42 | 41 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 964 mm | 982 mm |
| Mean max, January | 20.9°C | 20.8°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
- Leslie Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (1056 vs 1032).
Mountain River vs Leslie Vale: common questions
Does Mountain River or Leslie Vale have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Leslie Vale scores 1056 vs 1032 in Mountain River. 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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