Overall score
Macquarie
65.9/100
Scullin
53.5/100
Macquarie vs Scullin, ACT suburb comparison
Macquarie for schools; Scullin for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MacquarieScullin
Crime rate
Macquarie
27.9 / 1k
Scullin
16.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Macquarie
320
Scullin
112
Population
Macquarie
3,104
Scullin
3,069
Metric leadMacquarie 6Scullin 3across 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, Macquarie is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Scullin is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Macquarie tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Scullin stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Macquarie sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Scullin.
Macquarie suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Scullin is the stronger match for retirees and families.