Maribyrnong vs Yarra

Maribyrnong and Yarra are neighbouring areas with distinct street layouts and accessibility. Yarra has far more street intersections per square kilometre, with 792 compared to 431 in Maribyrnong. Access to services is also slightly better in Yarra, where 99% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, compared to 95.1% in Maribyrnong. While both areas have high Year 12 completion rates for First Nations residents, Yarra's rate is well higher at 67.3% compared to 63.9% in Maribyrnong.

These two places have tracked similarly over time, with the gap in walkability scores remaining small. Both are a walker's paradise, and nearly every home in both areas is within a short walk of a park or public transport. Their local amenities differ slightly, as Maribyrnong has a larger share of walkable public transport options, while Yarra has more food and drink spots. The gap in First Nations unemployment has barely changed, with Maribyrnong remaining a little higher at 6.5% compared to 4.0% in Yarra.