Overall score
Farley
22.1/100
Maitland
59.8/100
Farley vs Maitland, NSW suburb comparison
Farley for investment; Maitland for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FarleyMaitland
Crime rate
Farley
95.7 / 1k
Maitland
95.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Farley
2
Maitland
331
Population
Farley
605
Maitland
1,972
Metric leadFarley 2Maitland 7across 9 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Farley is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Maitland is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Farley sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Maitland is in a middle-ring position.
Farley tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Maitland stands out for housing affordability and public transport access. On housing, Farley sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Maitland.
Investors may find Farley the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Maitland.