Overall score
Duncraig
68.3/100
Marmion
52.5/100
Duncraig for value; Marmion for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Duncraig
68.3/100
Marmion
52.5/100
Crime rate
Duncraig
587.8 / 1k
Marmion
4024.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Duncraig
125
Marmion
25
Population
Duncraig
15,982
Marmion
2,390
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.
Duncraig is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Marmion is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Marmion leans into coastal living, while Duncraig feels more inland and suburban in character.
Duncraig pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Marmion is the better pick for housing affordability.
Duncraig suits value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Marmion is the stronger match for retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle.