Overall score
Barney Point
34.5/100
South Gladstone
38.5/100
Barney Point vs South Gladstone, QLD Suburb Comparison
Barney Point for families; South Gladstone for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Barney PointSouth Gladstone
Crime rate
Barney Point
85.8 / 1k
South Gladstone
85.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barney Point
42
South Gladstone
47
Population
Barney Point
1,065
South Gladstone
3,476
Metric leadBarney Point 0South Gladstone 83 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesBarney Point
- Best for best valueSouth Gladstone
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 | Barney Point | South Gladstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.5/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.6/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 85.8 / 1k | 85.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 11.8/100 | 11.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 8 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 47 |
| Green cover | 5.7% | 18.7% |
| Population | 1,065 | 3,476 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Barney Point is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while South Gladstone is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Barney Point tends to lead on relatively affordable housing and improving crime trends, while South Gladstone stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer South Gladstone, while Barney Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.