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Willow Vale vs Saddleback Mountain

On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Willow Vale (1074) sits above Saddleback Mountain (1068).

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Willow Vale and Saddleback Mountain side by side

MeasureWillow ValeSaddleback Mountain
Renting
House rent$850/wk$830/wk
Unit rent–$650/wk
Owner occupied–96.0%
Schools
Schools nearby46
Average ICSEA10741068
Lifestyle and people
Walk score00
Transit score00
Bike score00
Population–67
Median age–59
Climate
Annual rainfall1315 mm1393 mm
Mean max, January25.8°C25.4°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
Willow Vale edges out on average school ICSEA (1074 vs 1068).

Willow Vale vs Saddleback Mountain: common questions

Does Willow Vale or Saddleback Mountain have better schools?

On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Willow Vale scores 1074 vs 1068 in Saddleback Mountain. 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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