Overall score
Caboolture South
56.8/100
Moodlu
35.4/100
Caboolture South vs Moodlu, QLD suburb comparison
Caboolture South for families and schools; Moodlu for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Caboolture SouthMoodlu
Crime rate
Caboolture South
55.4 / 1k
Moodlu
54.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caboolture South
179
Moodlu
21
Population
Caboolture South
7,539
Moodlu
285
Metric leadCaboolture South 4Moodlu 3across 7 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMoodlu
- Best for familiesCaboolture South
- Best for investmentMoodlu
- Best for best valueMoodlu
- Best for best schoolsCaboolture South
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 South | Moodlu |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.8/100 | 35.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.4 / 1k | 54.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 24 | — |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 179 | 21 |
| Population | 7,539 | 285 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Caboolture South is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Moodlu is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Caboolture South sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Moodlu is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Caboolture South is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; Moodlu answers with housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Caboolture South suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Moodlu is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.