Overall score
Gables
51.6/100
Maraylya
45.5/100
Gables for families and schools; Maraylya for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gables
51.6/100
Maraylya
45.5/100
Crime rate
Gables
39.8 / 1k
Maraylya
40.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gables
91
Maraylya
24
Population
Gables
3,339
Maraylya
1,281
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 | Gables | Maraylya |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.6/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.0/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.8 / 1k | 40.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 76 | 52 |
| Walkability | 70.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 91 | 24 |
| Planning activity | 118 | 6 |
| Green cover | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Population | 3,339 | 1,281 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Gables reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Maraylya is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Gables sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Maraylya is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Gables is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Maraylya answers with a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Gables, while Maraylya remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.