Brighton vs Deagon, QLD suburb comparison

Brighton for retirees and families.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

BrightonDeagon

Overall score

Brighton

74.9/100

Deagon

58.7/100

Crime rate

Brighton

28.9 / 1k

Deagon

29.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Brighton

176

Deagon

85

Population

Brighton

9,664

Deagon

3,773

Metric leadBrighton 9Deagon 01 tiedacross 10 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryBrightonDeagon
Overall score74.9/10058.7/100
Housing (desirability)94.9/10047.6/100
Crime rate28.9 / 1k29.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools44
Parks & reserves156
Public transport stops6827
Walkability67.0/10061.0/100
Nearby amenities17685
Population9,6643,773
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/106/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Brighton is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Deagon is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Where Brighton is shaped by the coast, Deagon offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.

On the data, Brighton is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Deagon answers with well-served by public transport and good access to parks. On housing, Brighton sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Deagon.

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

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