Overall score
Granville
36.0/100
Maryborough
63.9/100
Granville vs Maryborough, QLD suburb comparison
Maryborough for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GranvilleMaryborough
Crime rate
Granville
60.9 / 1k
Maryborough
61.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Granville
18
Maryborough
184
Population
Granville
2,532
Maryborough
15,287
Metric leadGranville 2Maryborough 61 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMaryborough
- Best for best valueMaryborough
- Best for best schoolsMaryborough
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 | Granville | Maryborough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.0/100 | 63.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 64.3/100 | 63.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.9 / 1k | 61.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 22 |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 18 | 184 |
| Population | 2,532 | 15,287 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Granville is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Maryborough is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Granville is stronger for housing affordability; Maryborough answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Maryborough, while Granville remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.