Overall score
Barlows Hill
31.4/100
Farnborough
24.9/100
Barlows Hill vs Farnborough, QLD suburb comparison
Barlows Hill for retirees and families; Farnborough for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Barlows HillFarnborough
Crime rate
Barlows Hill
36.6 / 1k
Farnborough
37.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barlows Hill
0
Farnborough
0
Population
Barlows Hill
834
Farnborough
469
Metric leadBarlows Hill 4Farnborough 13 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBarlows Hill
- Best for familiesBarlows Hill
- Best for beach lifestyleBarlows Hill
- Best for investmentFarnborough
- Best for best schoolsBarlows Hill
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 | Barlows Hill | Farnborough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.4/100 | 24.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.0/100 | 54.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.6 / 1k | 37.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 834 | 469 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Barlows Hill is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Farnborough is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Barlows Hill sits on a more distant stretch of coast, whereas Farnborough is further into the wider countryside.
Barlows Hill tends to lead on overall desirability and a larger local community, while Farnborough stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees may find Barlows Hill the better fit, while investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Farnborough.