West Montagu vs Mella.
Suburb-to-suburb comparison across price, growth, lifestyle, schools and risk. West Montagu edges out on more headline metrics in this comparison.
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving West Montagu (917) sits above Mella (872).
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
West Montagu edges out on average school ICSEA (917 vs 872). Mella also has a higher family-household share (79% vs 58%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Common questions
Does West Montagu or Mella have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), West Montagu scores 917 vs 872 in Mella. 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.
The numbers behind the take
Price & Market
Rental
Lifestyle & Demographics
Risk & Hazard
Schools
Climate
Green dot = better on that metric (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk).
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