Overall score
Belgian Gardens
47.8/100
Garbutt
35.7/100
Belgian Gardens vs Garbutt, 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 GardensGarbutt
Crime rate
Belgian Gardens
197.1 / 1k
Garbutt
117.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belgian Gardens
82
Garbutt
84
Population
Belgian Gardens
2,073
Garbutt
2,309
Metric leadBelgian Gardens 4Garbutt 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 | Garbutt |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.8/100 | 35.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 197.1 / 1k | 117.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 4 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 84 |
| Population | 2,073 | 2,309 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Belgian Gardens is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, while Garbutt is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Where Belgian Gardens is shaped by the coast, Garbutt offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Belgian Gardens tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Garbutt stands out 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 Garbutt.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Belgian Gardens, while Garbutt remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.