Overall score
Mulbring
31.1/100
Pelaw Main
25.9/100
Mulbring vs Pelaw Main, NSW suburb comparison
Mulbring for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MulbringPelaw Main
Crime rate
Mulbring
106.1 / 1k
Pelaw Main
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mulbring
8
Pelaw Main
20
Population
Mulbring
682
Pelaw Main
1,080
Metric leadMulbring 5Pelaw Main 6across 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 | Mulbring | Pelaw Main |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.1/100 | 25.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.4/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 106.1 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 18 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 20 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 6 |
| Population | 682 | 1,080 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Mulbring is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Pelaw Main is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm. Mulbring sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Pelaw Main is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Mulbring is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Pelaw Main answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. On housing, Mulbring sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Pelaw Main.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mulbring, while Pelaw Main remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.