North Maclean vs Riverbend
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving North Maclean (988) sits above Riverbend (977). Riverbend skews owner-occupied (87%), North Maclean runs more rental-dense (73% owner).
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North Maclean and Riverbend side by side
| Measure | North Maclean | Riverbend |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 73.0% | 87.0% |
| Renter occupied | 22.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 13 | 8 |
| Average ICSEA | 988 | 977 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 45 |
| Population | 1,581 | 661 |
| Median age | 41 | 36 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 898 mm | 884 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.8°C | 30.9°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
- North Maclean edges out on average school ICSEA (988 vs 977).
North Maclean vs Riverbend: common questions
Does North Maclean or Riverbend have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), North Maclean scores 988 vs 977 in Riverbend. 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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