Overall score
Caringbah South
62.7/100
Maianbar
32.8/100
Caringbah South vs Maianbar, NSW suburb comparison
Caringbah South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Caringbah SouthMaianbar
Crime rate
Caringbah South
46.5 / 1k
Maianbar
69.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caringbah South
191
Maianbar
25
Population
Caringbah South
13,168
Maianbar
539
Metric leadCaringbah South 9Maianbar 11 tiedacross 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 retireesCaringbah South
- Best for familiesCaringbah South
- Best for investmentCaringbah South
- Best for best valueCaringbah South
- Best for best schoolsCaringbah South
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 | Caringbah South | Maianbar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.7/100 | 32.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.8/100 | 17.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.5 / 1k | 69.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 126 | 4 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 191 | 25 |
| Planning activity | 59 | 43 |
| Population | 13,168 | 539 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Caringbah South is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Maianbar is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Caringbah South sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Maianbar is within day-trip reach of the capital.
Caringbah South pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Maianbar is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Caringbah South, while Maianbar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.