Wellesley vs Benger

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Benger (1023) sits above Wellesley (993).

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Wellesley and Benger side by side

MeasureWellesleyBenger
Renting
House rent$350/wk$300/wk
Unit rent$200/wk$300/wk
Owner occupied–80.0%
Renter occupied94.0%15.0%
Schools
Schools nearby82
Average ICSEA9931023
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population35159
Median age5144
Climate
Annual rainfall760 mm820 mm
Mean max, January30.3°C30.8°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
Benger edges out on average school ICSEA (1023 vs 993). Benger also has a higher family-household share (75% vs 44%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.

Wellesley vs Benger: common questions

Does Wellesley or Benger have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Benger scores 1023 vs 993 in Wellesley. 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.