Overall score
Hamilton South
42.6/100
Maryville
36.4/100
Hamilton South for families; Maryville for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hamilton South
42.6/100
Maryville
36.4/100
Crime rate
Hamilton South
228.6 / 1k
Maryville
404.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton South
34
Maryville
29
Population
Hamilton South
4,057
Maryville
1,671
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 | Hamilton South | Maryville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.6/100 | 36.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.0/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 228.6 / 1k | 404.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 12 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 28.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 29 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 10 |
| Population | 4,057 | 1,671 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Hamilton South is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, while Maryville is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
On the data, Hamilton South is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Maryville answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Families may find Hamilton South the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Maryville.