Bilinga vs Tugun, QLD suburb comparison

Tugun for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

BilingaTugun

Overall score

Bilinga

35.9/100

Tugun

64.8/100

Crime rate

Bilinga

108.9 / 1k

Tugun

31.2 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Bilinga

148

Tugun

275

Population

Bilinga

1,883

Tugun

7,175

Metric leadBilinga 0Tugun 9across 9 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

Quick verdicts

Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)

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.

CategoryBilingaTugun
Overall score35.9/10064.8/100
Housing (desirability)30.2/10055.3/100
Crime rate108.9 / 1k31.2 / 1k
Schools & preschools2
Parks & reserves2129
Public transport stops1924
Walkability36.5/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities148275
Population1,8837,175
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/107/10

Comparison summary

Bilinga is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Tugun is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.

On the data, Bilinga is stronger for easy access to the coast and a mature, settled community; Tugun answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tugun, while Bilinga remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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