Overall score
Barlows Hill
31.4/100
Taranganba
46.1/100
Barlows Hill vs Taranganba, QLD suburb comparison
Barlows Hill for beach lifestyle and schools; Taranganba for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Barlows HillTaranganba
Crime rate
Barlows Hill
36.6 / 1k
Taranganba
36.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barlows Hill
0
Taranganba
18
Population
Barlows Hill
834
Taranganba
2,275
Metric leadBarlows Hill 3Taranganba 5across 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 retireesTaranganba
- Best for familiesTaranganba
- Best for beach lifestyleBarlows Hill
- Best for investmentTaranganba
- Best for best valueTaranganba
- 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 | Taranganba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.4/100 | 46.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.0/100 | 55.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.6 / 1k | 36.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 18 |
| Population | 834 | 2,275 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Barlows Hill is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Taranganba is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Where Barlows Hill is shaped by the coast, Taranganba offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Barlows Hill tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Taranganba stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Barlows Hill generally means more mid-market housing value, while Taranganba leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Barlows Hill if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle; lean toward Taranganba for retirees and families.