Rathscar vs Wareek
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Rathscar (964) sits above Wareek (953). Wareek skews owner-occupied (94%), Rathscar runs more rental-dense (80% owner).
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Rathscar and Wareek side by side
| Measure | Rathscar | Wareek |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 80.0% | 94.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 9.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 8 |
| Average ICSEA | 964 | 953 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 19 | 72 |
| Median age | 46 | 61 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 454 mm | 460 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.5°C | 29.5°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
- Rathscar edges out on average school ICSEA (964 vs 953).
Rathscar vs Wareek: common questions
Does Rathscar or Wareek have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Rathscar scores 964 vs 953 in Wareek. 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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