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Hillsdale vs Maroubra

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.9 km apart, on the same open data. Hillsdale scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

HillsdaleMaroubra
Active5686
Safety5414
Wealth1642
Value1328
Parks3937
Cafés5470
Transit6061
Green space5362
Active & healthy4260
Schools nearby (OSM)7854
Median rent$450/wk $540/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$2,675,000$2,920,000
House sales this quarter3536
Population5,64730,722
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Scores are percentiles across all 422 Sydney suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Hillsdale safer than Maroubra?

Hillsdale scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Hillsdale or Maroubra?

Hillsdale has the lower median house price of the two ($2,675,000 vs $2,920,000).

Should I live in Hillsdale or Maroubra?

Hillsdale scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Hillsdale or Maroubra.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →