Overall score
Belgian Gardens
47.8/100
Currajong
43.5/100
Belgian Gardens vs Currajong, QLD suburb comparison
Belgian Gardens for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Belgian GardensCurrajong
Crime rate
Belgian Gardens
197.1 / 1k
Currajong
126.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belgian Gardens
82
Currajong
70
Population
Belgian Gardens
2,073
Currajong
2,490
Metric leadBelgian Gardens 4Currajong 5across 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 retireesBelgian Gardens
- Best for familiesBelgian Gardens
- Best for beach lifestyleBelgian Gardens
- Best for investmentBelgian Gardens
- Best for best valueBelgian Gardens
- Best for best schoolsBelgian Gardens
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 | Belgian Gardens | Currajong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.8/100 | 43.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.0/100 | 33.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 197.1 / 1k | 126.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 4 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 70 |
| Population | 2,073 | 2,490 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Belgian Gardens is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, and Currajong is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Where Belgian Gardens is shaped by the coast, Currajong offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Belgian Gardens pulls ahead on housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Currajong is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. On housing, Belgian Gardens sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Currajong.
On balance, retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Belgian Gardens, while Currajong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.