Mowbray vs Oak Beach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Oak Beach (983) sits above Mowbray (954).
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Mowbray and Oak Beach side by side
| Measure | Mowbray | Oak Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | – | 96.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 6.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 954 | 983 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 186 |
| Median age | – | 57 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1878 mm | 1694 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.3°C | 31.3°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
- Oak Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (983 vs 954).
Mowbray vs Oak Beach: common questions
Does Mowbray or Oak Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Oak Beach scores 983 vs 954 in Mowbray. 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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