Overall score
Annerley
70.0/100
Woolloongabba
63.0/100
Annerley vs Woolloongabba, QLD suburb comparison
Annerley for families and investment; Woolloongabba for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AnnerleyWoolloongabba
Crime rate
Annerley
64.6 / 1k
Woolloongabba
127.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annerley
520
Woolloongabba
480
Population
Annerley
11,891
Woolloongabba
8,687
Metric leadAnnerley 5Woolloongabba 32 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWoolloongabba
- Best for familiesAnnerley
- Best for investmentAnnerley
- Best for best valueAnnerley
- Best for best schoolsAnnerley
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 | Annerley | Woolloongabba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 12.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 127.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 48 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 520 | 480 |
| Population | 11,891 | 8,687 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Annerley is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Woolloongabba is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Annerley tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Woolloongabba stands out for parks and reserves and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Families and investors may find Annerley the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Woolloongabba.