Overall score
Barney Point
36.8/100
West Gladstone
64.0/100
Barney Point vs West Gladstone, QLD suburb comparison
West Gladstone for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Barney PointWest Gladstone
Crime rate
Barney Point
52.8 / 1k
West Gladstone
52.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barney Point
41
West Gladstone
117
Population
Barney Point
1,065
West Gladstone
4,844
Metric leadBarney Point 0West Gladstone 72 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWest Gladstone
- Best for familiesWest Gladstone
- Best for investmentWest Gladstone
- Best for best valueWest Gladstone
- Best for best schoolsWest 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 | West Gladstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.8/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 21.3/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.8 / 1k | 52.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 11 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 72.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 117 |
| Population | 1,065 | 4,844 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Barney Point is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and West Gladstone is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Barney Point is stronger for relatively affordable housing; West Gladstone answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families may find Barney Point the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer West Gladstone.