Overall score
Maslin Beach
43.1/100
Seaford Rise
53.7/100
Maslin Beach for families and beach lifestyle; Seaford Rise for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Maslin Beach
43.1/100
Seaford Rise
53.7/100
Crime rate
Maslin Beach
14.9 / 1k
Seaford Rise
28.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maslin Beach
28
Seaford Rise
79
Population
Maslin Beach
1,213
Seaford Rise
6,105
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 | Maslin Beach | Seaford Rise |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.1/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.3/100 | 74.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.9 / 1k | 28.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 33 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 28 | 79 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 27 |
| Population | 1,213 | 6,105 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Maslin Beach reads as a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone; Seaford Rise is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Where Maslin Beach is shaped by the coast, Seaford Rise offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Maslin Beach pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Seaford Rise is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access. On housing, Maslin Beach sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Seaford Rise.
Maslin Beach suits families and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Seaford Rise is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.