Marrara vs Wagaman, NT suburb comparison

Marrara for retirees and investment; Wagaman for families and schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

MarraraWagaman

Overall score

Marrara

56.5/100

Wagaman

44.5/100

Crime rate

Marrara

3191.6 / 1k

Wagaman

2109.5 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Marrara

108

Wagaman

178

Population

Marrara

1,323

Wagaman

2,023

Metric leadMarrara 5Wagaman 4across 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.

CategoryMarraraWagaman
Overall score56.5/10044.5/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10050.1/100
Crime rate3191.6 / 1k2109.5 / 1k
Schools & preschools615
Parks & reserves4
Public transport stops168
Walkability68.0/10014.0/100
Nearby amenities108178
Population1,3232,023
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/104/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Marrara is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Wagaman is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.

Marrara pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Wagaman is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Marrara, while Wagaman remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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