Overall score
Mariginiup
26.7/100
Sinagra
43.5/100
Sinagra for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mariginiup
26.7/100
Sinagra
43.5/100
Crime rate
Mariginiup
10679.8 / 1k
Sinagra
2346.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mariginiup
0
Sinagra
25
Population
Mariginiup
876
Sinagra
3,100
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 | Mariginiup | Sinagra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.7/100 | 43.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 10679.8 / 1k | 2346.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | — | 16 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 25 |
| Population | 876 | 3,100 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Mariginiup reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; Sinagra is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
Mariginiup pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Sinagra is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Sinagra, while Mariginiup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.