The Lakes vs Malmalling
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Malmalling (1006) sits above The Lakes (995).
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The Lakes and Malmalling side by side
| Measure | The Lakes | Malmalling |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $375/wk | $375/wk |
| Unit rent | $319/wk | $319/wk |
| Owner occupied | 88.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 8 |
| Average ICSEA | 995 | 1006 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 0 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 0 |
| Population | 20 | – |
| Median age | 56 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 682 mm | 696 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.8°C | 32.9°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
- Malmalling edges out on average school ICSEA (1006 vs 995).
The Lakes vs Malmalling: common questions
Does The Lakes or Malmalling have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Malmalling scores 1006 vs 995 in The Lakes. 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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