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Spectacle Lake vs Winkie

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Spectacle Lake (948) sits above Winkie (936).

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Spectacle Lake and Winkie side by side

MeasureSpectacle LakeWinkie
Renting
House rent–$400/wk
Unit rent–$200/wk
Owner occupied–77.0%
Renter occupied–16.0%
Schools
Schools nearby169
Average ICSEA948936
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population5336
Median age3451
Climate
Annual rainfall262 mm251 mm
Mean max, January32.7°C32.9°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
Spectacle Lake edges out on average school ICSEA (948 vs 936).

Spectacle Lake vs Winkie: common questions

Does Spectacle Lake or Winkie have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Spectacle Lake scores 948 vs 936 in Winkie. 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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