Overall score
Marbelup
28.6/100
Youngs Siding
21.2/100
Marbelup for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Marbelup
28.6/100
Youngs Siding
21.2/100
Crime rate
Marbelup
6895.4 / 1k
Youngs Siding
10699.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Marbelup
0
Youngs Siding
0
Population
Marbelup
487
Youngs Siding
314
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.
| Category | Marbelup | Youngs Siding |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.6/100 | 21.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.1/100 | 31.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 6895.4 / 1k | 10699.1 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 487 | 314 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Marbelup is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Youngs Siding is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Marbelup tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and overall desirability, while Youngs Siding stands out for housing affordability and walkability.
On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Marbelup, while Youngs Siding remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.