Overall score
Gembrook
38.9/100
Maryknoll
57.2/100
Gembrook vs Maryknoll, VIC suburb comparison
Gembrook for investment and schools; Maryknoll for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GembrookMaryknoll
Crime rate
Gembrook
207.0 / 1k
Maryknoll
19.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gembrook
0
Maryknoll
5
Population
Gembrook
2,559
Maryknoll
646
Metric leadGembrook 3Maryknoll 6across 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, Gembrook is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Maryknoll is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks.
Gembrook pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Maryknoll is the better pick for housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities. Gembrook generally means more mid-market housing value, while Maryknoll leans toward more sought-after housing.
Gembrook suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Maryknoll is the stronger match for retirees and families.