Overall score
Magill
59.7/100
Rostrevor
54.2/100
Rostrevor for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Magill
59.7/100
Rostrevor
54.2/100
Crime rate
Magill
24.7 / 1k
Rostrevor
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Magill
262
Rostrevor
64
Population
Magill
9,693
Rostrevor
8,452
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.
Magill reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Rostrevor is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Magill tends to lead on schools and education options and public transport access, while Rostrevor stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Rostrevor, while Magill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.