Overall score
Caboolture South
56.5/100
Morayfield
56.8/100
Caboolture South vs Morayfield, QLD suburb comparison
Morayfield for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Caboolture SouthMorayfield
Crime rate
Caboolture South
58.3 / 1k
Morayfield
72.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caboolture South
179
Morayfield
55
Population
Caboolture South
7,539
Morayfield
24,898
Metric leadCaboolture South 4Morayfield 6across 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 investmentMorayfield
- Best for best valueMorayfield
- Best for best schoolsMorayfield
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 | Morayfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.5/100 | 56.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.3 / 1k | 72.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 50 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 179 | 55 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 7,539 | 24,898 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Caboolture South is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Morayfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Caboolture South tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, while Morayfield stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Morayfield, while Caboolture South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.