Overall score
Macquarie
64.3/100
Scullin
49.2/100
Macquarie vs Scullin, ACT Suburb Comparison
Macquarie for retirees and families; Scullin for investment.
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
331
Scullin
117
Population
Macquarie
3,104
Scullin
3,069
Metric leadMacquarie 8Scullin 21 tiedacross 11 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 | Macquarie | Scullin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.3/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.5/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.9 / 1k | 16.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 331 | 117 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 6 |
| Green cover | 6.2% | 2.4% |
| Population | 3,104 | 3,069 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
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, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability, while Scullin stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. On housing, Macquarie sits in a expensive band, compared with a gently premium feel in Scullin.
Macquarie suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Scullin is the stronger match for retirees, families, and investors.
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.