Overall score
Caboolture
28.8/100
Elimbah
39.2/100
Caboolture vs Elimbah, QLD Suburb Comparison
Caboolture for retirees; Elimbah for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CabooltureElimbah
Crime rate
Caboolture
93.7 / 1k
Elimbah
44.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caboolture
63
Elimbah
3
Population
Caboolture
29,534
Elimbah
4,290
Metric leadCaboolture 7Elimbah 32 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 retireesCaboolture
- Best for familiesElimbah
- Best for investmentElimbah
- Best for best valueElimbah
- Best for best schoolsElimbah
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 | 28.8/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.3/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 93.7 / 1k | 44.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 82 | 4 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 63 | 3 |
| Green cover | 13.0% | 9.3% |
| 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 sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand. Caboolture sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Elimbah is further out with more breathing room.
Caboolture pulls ahead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Elimbah is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Caboolture suits families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Elimbah is the stronger match for retirees.
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.