Wak Wak vs Herbert
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Wak Wak (956) sits above Herbert (955).
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Wak Wak and Herbert side by side
| Measure | Wak Wak | Herbert |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| House rent | $80/wk | $400/wk |
| Unit rent | $68/wk | $460/wk |
| Owner occupied | – | 84.0% |
| Renter occupied | – | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 10 | 4 |
| Average ICSEA | 956 | 955 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | – | 1,610 |
| Median age | – | 38 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1463 mm | 1768 mm |
| Mean max, January | 33.1°C | 32.6°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
- Wak Wak edges out on average school ICSEA (956 vs 955).
Wak Wak vs Herbert: common questions
Does Wak Wak or Herbert have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Wak Wak scores 956 vs 955 in Herbert. 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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