Overall score
Burraneer
50.5/100
Maianbar
32.8/100
Burraneer vs Maianbar, NSW suburb comparison
Burraneer for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BurraneerMaianbar
Crime rate
Burraneer
50.0 / 1k
Maianbar
69.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burraneer
69
Maianbar
25
Population
Burraneer
3,719
Maianbar
539
Metric leadBurraneer 9Maianbar 02 tiedacross 11 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 | Burraneer | Maianbar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.5/100 | 32.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.9/100 | 17.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.0 / 1k | 69.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 69 | 4 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 69 | 25 |
| Planning activity | 33 | 43 |
| Population | 3,719 | 539 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Burraneer is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Maianbar is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Burraneer sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Maianbar is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Burraneer tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Maianbar stands out for an affluent, sought-after address and a mature, settled community.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Burraneer, while Maianbar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.