Wallington vs Marcus Hill
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Marcus Hill (1068) sits above Wallington (1047). Wallington skews owner-occupied (91%), Marcus Hill runs more rental-dense (76% owner).
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Wallington and Marcus Hill side by side
| Measure | Wallington | Marcus Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 91.0% | 76.0% |
| Renter occupied | 7.0% | 12.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 12 | 13 |
| Average ICSEA | 1047 | 1068 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 15 |
| Population | 1,515 | 164 |
| Median age | 48 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 565 mm | 598 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.5°C | 24.2°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
- Marcus Hill edges out on average school ICSEA (1068 vs 1047).
Wallington vs Marcus Hill: common questions
Does Wallington or Marcus Hill have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Marcus Hill scores 1068 vs 1047 in Wallington. 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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