Upper Murray vs Hoffman
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Hoffman (978) sits above Upper Murray (955).
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Upper Murray and Hoffman side by side
| Measure | Upper Murray | Hoffman |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $280/wk | $280/wk |
| Unit rent | $238/wk | $600/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 64.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 955 | 978 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 31 |
| Median age | – | 52 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 813 mm | 972 mm |
| Mean max, January | 31.2°C | 30.6°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
- Hoffman edges out on average school ICSEA (978 vs 955).
Upper Murray vs Hoffman: common questions
Does Upper Murray or Hoffman have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Hoffman scores 978 vs 955 in Upper Murray. 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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