Overall score
Bundeena
64.1/100
Maianbar
56.8/100
Bundeena vs Maianbar, NSW Suburb Comparison
Bundeena for investment and value; Maianbar for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BundeenaMaianbar
Crime rate
Bundeena
50.3 / 1k
Maianbar
69.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bundeena
159
Maianbar
26
Population
Bundeena
2,103
Maianbar
539
Metric leadBundeena 8Maianbar 32 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Bundeena | Maianbar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.1/100 | 56.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.8/100 | 53.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.3 / 1k | 69.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 4 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 159 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 43 |
| Green cover | 3.1% | 7.6% |
| Population | 2,103 | 539 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bundeena reads as a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood; Maianbar is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Bundeena sits among greener hillside streets, while Maianbar keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bundeena tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Maianbar stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Choose Bundeena if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Maianbar for retirees 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.