Overall score
Burleigh Waters
72.4/100
Robina
78.2/100
Robina for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Burleigh Waters
72.4/100
Robina
78.2/100
Crime rate
Burleigh Waters
55.2 / 1k
Robina
25.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burleigh Waters
314
Robina
490
Population
Burleigh Waters
14,556
Robina
25,659
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Burleigh Waters | Robina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.4/100 | 78.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.2 / 1k | 25.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 112 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 92 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 314 | 490 |
| Population | 14,556 | 25,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Burleigh Waters reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Robina is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Burleigh Waters tends to lead on excellent public transport and generous parks and open space, while Robina stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Robina, while Burleigh Waters remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.