Overall score
Burpengary East
59.3/100
Morayfield
56.8/100
Burpengary East for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Burpengary East
59.3/100
Morayfield
56.8/100
Crime rate
Burpengary East
43.0 / 1k
Morayfield
69.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burpengary East
36
Morayfield
55
Population
Burpengary East
9,654
Morayfield
24,898
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 | Burpengary East | Morayfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.3/100 | 56.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 94.9/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.0 / 1k | 69.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 50 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 36 | 55 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 9,654 | 24,898 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Burpengary East is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Morayfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Burpengary East leans into coastal living, while Morayfield feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Burpengary East is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Morayfield answers with parks and reserves and public transport access. On housing, Burpengary East sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Morayfield.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Burpengary East, while Morayfield remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.