Mt Baw Baw vs Tanjil Bren
Mt Baw Baw scores higher on walkability (6/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Tanjil Bren (986) sits above Mt Baw Baw (952).
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Mt Baw Baw and Tanjil Bren side by side
| Measure | Mt Baw Baw | Tanjil Bren |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 19 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 952 | 986 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 6 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 7 |
| Median age | – | 70 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1460 mm | 1426 mm |
| Mean max, January | 20.9°C | 21.5°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
- Tanjil Bren edges out on average school ICSEA (986 vs 952).
Mt Baw Baw vs Tanjil Bren: common questions
Does Mt Baw Baw or Tanjil Bren have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Tanjil Bren scores 986 vs 952 in Mt Baw Baw. 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.
Which is more walkable, Mt Baw Baw or Tanjil Bren?
Mt Baw Baw scores 6/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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