Overall score
Algester
55.4/100
Sunnybank Hills
55.2/100
Algester vs Sunnybank Hills, QLD Suburb Comparison
Algester for retirees; Sunnybank Hills for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlgesterSunnybank Hills
Crime rate
Algester
28.4 / 1k
Sunnybank Hills
78.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Algester
103
Sunnybank Hills
492
Population
Algester
9,020
Sunnybank Hills
18,085
Metric leadAlgester 4Sunnybank Hills 62 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAlgester
- Best for investmentSunnybank Hills
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 | Algester | Sunnybank Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.4/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.0/100 | 47.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.4 / 1k | 78.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 31 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 60 |
| Walkability | 65.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 103 | 492 |
| Green cover | 10.8% | 6.7% |
| Population | 9,020 | 18,085 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Algester is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Sunnybank Hills is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks. Sunnybank Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Algester keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Algester is stronger for a quieter safety profile; Sunnybank Hills answers with parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
Retirees may find Algester the better fit, while families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Sunnybank Hills.
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.