Overall score
Cattai
43.8/100
Maraylya
45.5/100
Cattai vs Maraylya, NSW Suburb Comparison
Cattai for retirees and investment; Maraylya for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CattaiMaraylya
Crime rate
Cattai
63.5 / 1k
Maraylya
40.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cattai
4
Maraylya
24
Population
Cattai
1,077
Maraylya
1,281
Metric leadCattai 2Maraylya 73 tiedacross 12 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 | Cattai | Maraylya |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.8/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.5/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 63.5 / 1k | 40.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 52 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 24 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 6 |
| Green cover | 6.9% | 1.7% |
| Population | 1,077 | 1,281 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cattai is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Maraylya is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Cattai sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Maraylya is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Cattai is stronger for housing affordability; Maraylya answers with a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
Cattai suits investors more clearly, whereas Maraylya is the stronger match for retirees, families, 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.