Overall score
Bellmere
40.5/100
Upper Caboolture
37.4/100
Bellmere vs Upper Caboolture, QLD suburb comparison
Upper Caboolture for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BellmereUpper Caboolture
Crime rate
Bellmere
55.3 / 1k
Upper Caboolture
55.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bellmere
2
Upper Caboolture
9
Population
Bellmere
6,588
Upper Caboolture
5,087
Metric leadBellmere 5Upper Caboolture 31 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 retireesUpper Caboolture
- Best for familiesUpper Caboolture
- Best for best schoolsUpper Caboolture
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 | Bellmere | Upper Caboolture |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.5/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.3 / 1k | 55.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 4 |
| Walkability | 24.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 9 |
| Population | 6,588 | 5,087 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Bellmere is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Upper Caboolture is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
Bellmere tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Upper Caboolture stands out for parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities. Bellmere generally means more approachable housing costs, while Upper Caboolture leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Upper Caboolture, while Bellmere remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.