Overall score
Maleny
66.5/100
North Maleny
50.9/100
Maleny vs North Maleny, QLD suburb comparison
Maleny for investment and value; North Maleny for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MalenyNorth Maleny
Crime rate
Maleny
8.4 / 1k
North Maleny
8.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maleny
128
North Maleny
22
Population
Maleny
3,959
North Maleny
710
Metric leadMaleny 6North Maleny 2across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorth Maleny
- Best for familiesNorth Maleny
- Best for investmentMaleny
- Best for best valueMaleny
- Best for best schoolsMaleny
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 | Maleny | North Maleny |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.5/100 | 50.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.2/100 | 49.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 8.4 / 1k | 8.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 4 |
| Walkability | 49.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 128 | 22 |
| Population | 3,959 | 710 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Maleny is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while North Maleny is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Maleny tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while North Maleny stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage. Maleny generally means more sought-after housing, while North Maleny leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Maleny suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas North Maleny is the stronger match for retirees and families.