Overall score
Banyo
57.8/100
Pinkenba
31.1/100
Banyo vs Pinkenba, QLD Suburb Comparison
Banyo for retirees and families; Pinkenba for beach lifestyle and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BanyoPinkenba
Crime rate
Banyo
88.6 / 1k
Pinkenba
6044.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Banyo
196
Pinkenba
9
Population
Banyo
6,105
Pinkenba
350
Metric leadBanyo 9Pinkenba 11 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Banyo | Pinkenba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.8/100 | 31.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.0/100 | 39.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.6 / 1k | 6044.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 20 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 196 | 9 |
| Green cover | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Population | 6,105 | 350 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Banyo is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Pinkenba is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Pinkenba leans into coastal living, while Banyo feels more inland and suburban in character.
Banyo tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access, while Pinkenba stands out for well-served by public transport and relatively affordable housing. On housing, Banyo sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Pinkenba.
Banyo suits retirees, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Pinkenba is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle.
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.