Overall score
Centennial Park
51.0/100
Lockyer
39.7/100
Centennial Park for retirees and families; Lockyer for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Centennial Park
51.0/100
Lockyer
39.7/100
Crime rate
Centennial Park
4855.4 / 1k
Lockyer
2539.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Centennial Park
66
Lockyer
2
Population
Centennial Park
689
Lockyer
1,298
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 | Centennial Park | Lockyer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.0/100 | 39.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.8/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 4855.4 / 1k | 2539.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 8 |
| Walkability | 77.5/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 66 | 2 |
| Population | 689 | 1,298 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Centennial Park reads as a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Lockyer is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Centennial Park tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Lockyer stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees and families may find Centennial Park the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Lockyer.