Upper Macdonald vs Perrys Crossing

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Upper Macdonald (960) sits above Perrys Crossing (945).

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Upper Macdonald and Perrys Crossing side by side

MeasureUpper MacdonaldPerrys Crossing
Renting
House rent$568/wk$568/wk
Owner occupied100.0%–
Schools
Schools nearby2019
Average ICSEA960945
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population424
Median age6130
Climate
Annual rainfall821 mm806 mm
Mean max, January30.0°C29.8°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
Upper Macdonald edges out on average school ICSEA (960 vs 945).

Upper Macdonald vs Perrys Crossing: common questions

Does Upper Macdonald or Perrys Crossing have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Upper Macdonald scores 960 vs 945 in Perrys Crossing. 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.