Overall score
Dee Why
74.1/100
Manly
71.3/100
Dee Why vs Manly, NSW suburb comparison
Dee Why for retirees and families; Manly for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dee WhyManly
Crime rate
Dee Why
26.5 / 1k
Manly
76.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dee Why
491
Manly
782
Population
Dee Why
23,354
Manly
16,296
Metric leadDee Why 6Manly 41 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 | Dee Why | Manly |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74.1/100 | 71.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.3/100 | 21.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.5 / 1k | 76.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 122 | 128 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 491 | 782 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 71 |
| Population | 23,354 | 16,296 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Dee Why is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Manly is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Dee Why is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Manly answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Dee Why suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Manly is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.