Overall score
Maraylya
42.9/100
Nelson
31.3/100
Maraylya vs Nelson, NSW suburb comparison
Maraylya for investment and value; Nelson for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MaraylyaNelson
Crime rate
Maraylya
40.0 / 1k
Nelson
40.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maraylya
23
Nelson
7
Population
Maraylya
1,281
Nelson
460
Metric leadMaraylya 7Nelson 11 tiedacross 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, Maraylya is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Nelson is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Nelson sits among greener hillside streets, while Maraylya keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Maraylya is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Nelson answers with a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Maraylya, while Nelson remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.