Overall score
Caboolture
52.8/100
Elimbah
38.9/100
Caboolture vs Elimbah, QLD suburb comparison
Caboolture for families and value; Elimbah for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CabooltureElimbah
Crime rate
Caboolture
55.4 / 1k
Elimbah
27.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caboolture
57
Elimbah
0
Population
Caboolture
29,534
Elimbah
4,290
Metric leadCaboolture 6Elimbah 22 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesElimbah
- Best for familiesCaboolture
- Best for best valueCaboolture
- Best for best schoolsCaboolture
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 | Caboolture | Elimbah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.8/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.4 / 1k | 27.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 82 | 4 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 57 | 0 |
| Population | 29,534 | 4,290 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Caboolture is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Elimbah is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel. Caboolture sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Elimbah is further out with more breathing room.
Caboolture pulls ahead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, whereas Elimbah is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Caboolture generally means more approachable housing costs, while Elimbah leans toward more sought-after housing.
Caboolture suits families and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Elimbah is the stronger match for retirees.