Mutarnee vs Balgal Beach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Balgal Beach (899) sits above Mutarnee (877).
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Mutarnee and Balgal Beach side by side
| Measure | Mutarnee | Balgal Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 75.0% | 77.0% |
| Renter occupied | 13.0% | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 2 | 3 |
| Average ICSEA | 877 | 899 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 120 | 998 |
| Median age | 53 | 58 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1955 mm | 1770 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
- Balgal Beach edges out on average school ICSEA (899 vs 877).
Mutarnee vs Balgal Beach: common questions
Does Mutarnee or Balgal Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Balgal Beach scores 899 vs 877 in Mutarnee. 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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