Overall score
Alexander Heights
46.3/100
Marangaroo
45.5/100
Marangaroo for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Alexander Heights
46.3/100
Marangaroo
45.5/100
Crime rate
Alexander Heights
32.4 / 1k
Marangaroo
32.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alexander Heights
83
Marangaroo
78
Population
Alexander Heights
7,772
Marangaroo
10,483
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Alexander Heights | Marangaroo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.3/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.0/100 | 54.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 32.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 53 |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 83 | 78 |
| Green cover | 11.9% | 15.7% |
| Population | 7,772 | 10,483 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Alexander Heights is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Marangaroo is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Alexander Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Marangaroo keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Alexander Heights is stronger for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and walkability; Marangaroo answers with public transport access and a larger local community.
On balance, retirees, families, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Alexander Heights, while Marangaroo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.