Overall score
Ashby Heights
37.7/100
Maclean
42.5/100
Ashby Heights vs Maclean, NSW Suburb Comparison
Ashby Heights for schools; Maclean for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Ashby HeightsMaclean
Crime rate
Ashby Heights
51.8 / 1k
Maclean
53.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashby Heights
0
Maclean
36
Population
Ashby Heights
292
Maclean
2,778
Metric leadAshby Heights 3Maclean 8across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMaclean
- Best for familiesMaclean
- Best for investmentMaclean
- Best for best schoolsAshby Heights
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Ashby Heights | Maclean |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.7/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.5/100 | 65.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 53.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 46.3/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 11 | 37 |
| Walkability | 16.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 36 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 27 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Population | 292 | 2,778 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashby Heights is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Maclean is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Ashby Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Maclean keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Ashby Heights tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook, while Maclean stands out for public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Ashby Heights suits retirees more clearly, whereas Maclean is the stronger match for investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.