Overall score
Mulbring
31.1/100
Stanford Merthyr
30.3/100
Mulbring vs Stanford Merthyr, NSW suburb comparison
Mulbring for retirees and investment; Stanford Merthyr for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MulbringStanford Merthyr
Crime rate
Mulbring
106.1 / 1k
Stanford Merthyr
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mulbring
8
Stanford Merthyr
17
Population
Mulbring
682
Stanford Merthyr
575
Metric leadMulbring 5Stanford Merthyr 51 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMulbring
- Best for familiesStanford Merthyr
- Best for investmentMulbring
- Best for best valueStanford Merthyr
- Best for best schoolsStanford Merthyr
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 | Stanford Merthyr |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.1/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.4/100 | 81.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 106.1 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 9 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 15.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 2 |
| Population | 682 | 575 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Mulbring is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Stanford Merthyr is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm. Mulbring sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Stanford Merthyr is further out with more breathing room.
Mulbring tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Stanford Merthyr stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Mulbring generally means more sought-after housing, while Stanford Merthyr leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Mulbring suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Stanford Merthyr is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.