Overall score
Clearview
43.2/100
Manningham
47.0/100
Clearview for investment and value; Manningham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clearview
43.2/100
Manningham
47.0/100
Crime rate
Clearview
67.2 / 1k
Manningham
19.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clearview
40
Manningham
30
Population
Clearview
4,261
Manningham
1,391
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.
| Category | Clearview | Manningham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.2/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.1/100 | 33.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.2 / 1k | 19.0 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 7 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 40 | 30 |
| Planning activity | 65 | 21 |
| Population | 4,261 | 1,391 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 9/10 |
Clearview reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; Manningham is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
Clearview tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Manningham stands out for a quieter safety profile and overall desirability. On housing, Clearview sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Manningham.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Clearview the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Manningham.