Murrumujuk vs Shoal Bay
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Murrumujuk (936) sits above Shoal Bay (918).
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Murrumujuk and Shoal Bay side by side
| Measure | Murrumujuk | Shoal Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $80/wk | $370/wk |
| Unit rent | $68/wk | $130/wk |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 19 |
| Average ICSEA | 936 | 918 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 5 |
| Population | 25,304 | – |
| Median age | 46 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1853 mm | 1828 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.2°C | 32.1°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
- Murrumujuk edges out on average school ICSEA (936 vs 918).
Murrumujuk vs Shoal Bay: common questions
Does Murrumujuk or Shoal Bay have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Murrumujuk scores 936 vs 918 in Shoal Bay. 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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