Winter Valley vs Mickleham
Winter Valley (median $565,000) is roughly 19% cheaper to buy into than Mickleham ($700,000).
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Winter Valley and Mickleham side by side
| Measure | Winter Valley | Mickleham |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $565,000 | $700,000 |
| Median unit | $253,440 | $624,000 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 75.0% | 75.0% |
| Renter occupied | 24.0% | 23.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 3 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1033 | 1009 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 0 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 0 | 100 |
| Population | 3,440 | 17,452 |
| Median age | 29 | 29 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 599 mm | 534 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.4°C | 26.8°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
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Winter Valley (1033) sits above Mickleham (1009).
- For buyers
- Winter Valley is the lower entry point at $565,000 median, 19% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- 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
- Winter Valley edges out on average school ICSEA (1033 vs 1009).
Winter Valley vs Mickleham: common questions
Is Winter Valley or Mickleham cheaper to buy in?
Winter Valley has the lower median house price at $565,000, roughly 19% below Mickleham ($700,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Winter Valley or Mickleham have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Winter Valley scores 1033 vs 1009 in Mickleham. 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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