Weyba Downs vs Marcus Beach
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Weyba Downs (1062) sits above Marcus Beach (1061). Weyba Downs skews owner-occupied (90%), Marcus Beach runs more rental-dense (79% owner).
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Weyba Downs and Marcus Beach side by side
| Measure | Weyba Downs | Marcus Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 90.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 11.0% | 21.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 16 | 15 |
| Average ICSEA | 1062 | 1061 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 45 |
| Population | 352 | 839 |
| Median age | 47 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 1621 mm | 1625 mm |
| Mean max, January | 29.0°C | 28.9°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
- Weyba Downs edges out on average school ICSEA (1062 vs 1061). Weyba Downs also has a higher family-household share (83% vs 71%), so the catchment community skews family-heavy.
Weyba Downs vs Marcus Beach: common questions
Does Weyba Downs or Marcus Beach have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Weyba Downs scores 1062 vs 1061 in Marcus Beach. 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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