Overall score
Burpengary
68.9/100
Narangba
60.0/100
Burpengary for families and value; Narangba for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Burpengary
68.9/100
Narangba
60.0/100
Crime rate
Burpengary
44.7 / 1k
Narangba
23.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burpengary
149
Narangba
217
Population
Burpengary
16,488
Narangba
20,910
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 | Narangba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.9/100 | 60.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.7 / 1k | 23.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 41 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 217 |
| Population | 16,488 | 20,910 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Burpengary is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Narangba is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Burpengary pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas Narangba is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Families and value-focused buyers may find Burpengary the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Narangba.