Wainui vs Malu
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Malu (952) sits above Wainui (936).
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Wainui and Malu side by side
| Measure | Wainui | Malu |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 18 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 936 | 952 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | – |
| Transit score | 0 | – |
| Bike score | 0 | – |
| Population | 8 | 18 |
| Median age | 12 | 42 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 541 mm | 537 mm |
| Mean max, January | 32.2°C | 31.4°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
- Malu edges out on average school ICSEA (952 vs 936).
Wainui vs Malu: common questions
Does Wainui or Malu have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Malu scores 952 vs 936 in Wainui. 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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