Overall score
Boondall
69.4/100
Shorncliffe
57.9/100
Boondall vs Shorncliffe, QLD suburb comparison
Shorncliffe for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BoondallShorncliffe
Crime rate
Boondall
35.6 / 1k
Shorncliffe
29.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Boondall
225
Shorncliffe
73
Population
Boondall
9,603
Shorncliffe
1,907
Metric leadBoondall 6Shorncliffe 4across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesShorncliffe
- Best for familiesShorncliffe
- Best for beach lifestyleShorncliffe
- Best for investmentShorncliffe
- Best for best schoolsShorncliffe
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 | Boondall | Shorncliffe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.4/100 | 57.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 85.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.6 / 1k | 29.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 17 |
| Walkability | 67.0/100 | 33.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 225 | 73 |
| Population | 9,603 | 1,907 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Boondall reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Shorncliffe is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Shorncliffe is shaped by the coast, Boondall offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Boondall tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Shorncliffe stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Shorncliffe, while Boondall remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.