Waitui vs Stewarts River
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Stewarts River (947) sits above Waitui (937). Waitui skews owner-occupied (100%), Stewarts River runs more rental-dense (88% owner).
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Waitui and Stewarts River side by side
| Measure | Waitui | Stewarts River |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $623/wk | $623/wk |
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 88.0% |
| Renter occupied | 9.0% | 16.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 8 | 12 |
| Average ICSEA | 937 | 947 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 89 | 126 |
| Median age | 50 | 49 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1444 mm | 1381 mm |
| Mean max, January | 28.1°C | 28.4°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
- Stewarts River edges out on average school ICSEA (947 vs 937).
Waitui vs Stewarts River: common questions
Does Waitui or Stewarts River have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Stewarts River scores 947 vs 937 in Waitui. 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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