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Stuart vs Markaranka

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Markaranka (974) sits above Stuart (960). Stuart skews owner-occupied (88%), Markaranka runs more rental-dense (58% owner).

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Stuart and Markaranka side by side

MeasureStuartMarkaranka
Renting
Owner occupied88.0%58.0%
Renter occupied–26.0%
Schools
Schools nearby64
Average ICSEA960974
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population1537
Median age6143
Climate
Annual rainfall259 mm259 mm
Mean max, January33.1°C33.1°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
Markaranka edges out on average school ICSEA (974 vs 960).

Stuart vs Markaranka: common questions

Does Stuart or Markaranka have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Markaranka scores 974 vs 960 in Stuart. 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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