Florey vs Macquarie, ACT suburb comparison

Florey for investment and value; Macquarie for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

FloreyMacquarie

Overall score

Florey

62.9/100

Macquarie

65.9/100

Crime rate

Florey

25.5 / 1k

Macquarie

27.9 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Florey

155

Macquarie

320

Population

Florey

4,781

Macquarie

3,104

Metric leadFlorey 4Macquarie 5across 9 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryFloreyMacquarie
Overall score62.9/10065.9/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10024.4/100
Crime rate25.5 / 1k27.9 / 1k
Schools & preschools106
Walkability84.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities155320
Planning activity43
Population4,7813,104
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/109/10

Comparison summary

Florey is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Macquarie is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.

On the data, Florey is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Macquarie answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Florey sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Macquarie.

Florey suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Macquarie is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.

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