Overall score
Glenorie
49.4/100
Maraylya
45.5/100
Glenorie vs Maraylya, NSW Suburb Comparison
Glenorie for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlenorieMaraylya
Crime rate
Glenorie
25.3 / 1k
Maraylya
40.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenorie
1
Maraylya
24
Population
Glenorie
3,792
Maraylya
1,281
Metric leadGlenorie 7Maraylya 42 tiedacross 13 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.
| Category | Glenorie | Maraylya |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.4/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.3/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.3 / 1k | 40.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 93 | 52 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 24 |
| Planning activity | 35 | 6 |
| Green cover | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Population | 3,792 | 1,281 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Glenorie is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Maraylya is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Glenorie sits among greener hillside streets, while Maraylya keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Glenorie tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Maraylya stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Glenorie if you are weighing families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Maraylya for retirees.
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.