Overall score
Maleny
68.4/100
North Maleny
61.7/100
Maleny vs North Maleny, QLD Suburb Comparison
Maleny for value; North Maleny for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MalenyNorth Maleny
Crime rate
Maleny
13.8 / 1k
North Maleny
12.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maleny
133
North Maleny
23
Population
Maleny
3,959
North Maleny
710
Metric leadMaleny 7North Maleny 21 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesNorth Maleny
- Best for best valueMaleny
- Best for best schoolsNorth Maleny
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 | 68.4/100 | 61.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.1/100 | 67.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 13.8 / 1k | 12.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 4 |
| Walkability | 49.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 133 | 23 |
| Green cover | 12.9% | 6.4% |
| 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, parks and reserves, and walkability, while North Maleny stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Maleny generally means more sought-after housing, while North Maleny leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
Maleny suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas North Maleny is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.