Overall score
Maroota
42.1/100
South Maroota
36.5/100
Maroota vs South Maroota, NSW suburb comparison
Maroota for schools; South Maroota for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MarootaSouth Maroota
Crime rate
Maroota
63.9 / 1k
South Maroota
62.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maroota
4
South Maroota
5
Population
Maroota
616
South Maroota
613
Metric leadMaroota 4South Maroota 42 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 retireesSouth Maroota
- Best for familiesSouth Maroota
- Best for investmentSouth Maroota
- Best for best valueSouth Maroota
- Best for best schoolsMaroota
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 | Maroota | South Maroota |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.1/100 | 36.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.9/100 | 62.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 63.9 / 1k | 62.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 21 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 5 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 9 |
| Population | 616 | 613 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Maroota is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while South Maroota is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Maroota tends to lead on public transport access and overall desirability, while South Maroota stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Maroota suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas South Maroota is the stronger match for retirees and families.