Overall score
Burbank
47.6/100
Mackenzie
54.1/100
Mackenzie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Burbank
47.6/100
Mackenzie
54.1/100
Crime rate
Burbank
36.4 / 1k
Mackenzie
35.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burbank
23
Mackenzie
39
Population
Burbank
1,051
Mackenzie
2,336
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.
Burbank reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Mackenzie is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
Burbank tends to lead on an affluent, sought-after address and improving crime trends, while Mackenzie stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Mackenzie, while Burbank remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.