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Murray Downs vs Speewa Island

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Murray Downs (1009) sits above Speewa Island (949).

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Murray Downs and Speewa Island side by side

MeasureMurray DownsSpeewa Island
Renting
Owner occupied86.0%–
Renter occupied12.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby39
Average ICSEA1009949
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population274–
Median age48–
Climate
Annual rainfall326 mm306 mm
Mean max, January32.9°C33.0°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
Murray Downs edges out on average school ICSEA (1009 vs 949).

Murray Downs vs Speewa Island: common questions

Does Murray Downs or Speewa Island have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Murray Downs scores 1009 vs 949 in Speewa Island. 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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