Overall score
Harwood
38.0/100
Maclean
42.5/100
Harwood vs Maclean, NSW Suburb Comparison
Harwood for families; Maclean for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarwoodMaclean
Crime rate
Harwood
62.7 / 1k
Maclean
53.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harwood
5
Maclean
36
Population
Harwood
346
Maclean
2,778
Metric leadHarwood 1Maclean 92 tiedacross 12 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 | Harwood | Maclean |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.0/100 | 42.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.8/100 | 65.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.7 / 1k | 53.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 37 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 36 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 27 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Population | 346 | 2,778 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Harwood is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Maclean is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Harwood tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Maclean stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. On housing, Harwood sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Maclean.
Retirees may find Harwood the better fit, while investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Maclean.
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.