Overall score
Mayfield
36.0/100
Mowbray
42.8/100
Mayfield vs Mowbray, TAS Suburb Comparison
Mayfield for families and investment; Mowbray for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MayfieldMowbray
Crime rate
Mayfield
120.4 / 1k
Mowbray
120.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mayfield
66
Mowbray
90
Population
Mayfield
1,525
Mowbray
4,048
Metric leadMayfield 3Mowbray 53 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Mayfield | Mowbray |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.0/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.3/100 | 66.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 120.4 / 1k | 120.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 7 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 66 | 90 |
| Green cover | 1.8% | 12.9% |
| Population | 1,525 | 4,048 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Mayfield is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Mowbray is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Mayfield tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, while Mowbray stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability.
Mayfield suits retirees, families, and investors more clearly, whereas Mowbray is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.