Overall score
Marmion
52.5/100
Padbury
61.2/100
Marmion for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Marmion
52.5/100
Padbury
61.2/100
Crime rate
Marmion
4024.8 / 1k
Padbury
1079.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Marmion
25
Padbury
96
Population
Marmion
2,390
Padbury
8,626
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.
Marmion is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, while Padbury is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Where Marmion is shaped by the coast, Padbury offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Marmion is stronger for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Padbury answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Marmion, while Padbury remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.