Sandy Point vs Waratah North
Sandy Point scores higher on walkability (2/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Waratah North (996) sits above Sandy Point (994).
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Sandy Point and Waratah North side by side
| Measure | Sandy Point | Waratah North |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | 994 | 996 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 868 mm | 964 mm |
| Mean max, January | 23.4°C | 23.4°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
- Waratah North edges out on average school ICSEA (996 vs 994).
Sandy Point vs Waratah North: common questions
Does Sandy Point or Waratah North have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Waratah North scores 996 vs 994 in Sandy Point. 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.
Which is more walkable, Sandy Point or Waratah North?
Sandy Point scores 2/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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