Wal Wal vs Riachella
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Riachella (965) sits above Wal Wal (954). Riachella skews owner-occupied (167%), Wal Wal runs more rental-dense (100% owner).
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Wal Wal and Riachella side by side
| Measure | Wal Wal | Riachella |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 100.0% | 167.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 12 | 14 |
| Average ICSEA | 954 | 965 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 37 | 13 |
| Median age | 37 | 26 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 426 mm | 434 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.2°C | 29.9°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
- Riachella edges out on average school ICSEA (965 vs 954).
Wal Wal vs Riachella: common questions
Does Wal Wal or Riachella have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Riachella scores 965 vs 954 in Wal Wal. 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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