Overall score
Burleigh Waters
58.1/100
Varsity Lakes
60.4/100
Burleigh Waters vs Varsity Lakes, QLD Suburb Comparison
Burleigh Waters for investment; Varsity Lakes for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Burleigh WatersVarsity Lakes
Crime rate
Burleigh Waters
92.4 / 1k
Varsity Lakes
36.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burleigh Waters
328
Varsity Lakes
435
Population
Burleigh Waters
14,556
Varsity Lakes
16,493
Metric leadBurleigh Waters 2Varsity Lakes 73 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesVarsity Lakes
- Best for familiesVarsity Lakes
- Best for investmentBurleigh Waters
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 | Burleigh Waters | Varsity Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.1/100 | 60.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.8/100 | 67.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 92.4 / 1k | 36.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 33.9/100 | 33.9/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 36 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 44 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 328 | 435 |
| Green cover | 6.5% | 12.9% |
| Population | 14,556 | 16,493 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Burleigh Waters is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Varsity Lakes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Burleigh Waters is stronger for public transport access and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Varsity Lakes answers with a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Varsity Lakes, while Burleigh Waters remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.