Overall score
Condon
32.2/100
Thuringowa Central
49.5/100
Condon for investment; Thuringowa Central for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Condon
32.2/100
Thuringowa Central
49.5/100
Crime rate
Condon
115.0 / 1k
Thuringowa Central
106.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Condon
19
Thuringowa Central
138
Population
Condon
5,894
Thuringowa Central
1,953
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 | Condon | Thuringowa Central |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.2/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.1/100 | 51.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 115.0 / 1k | 106.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 19.8/100 | 19.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 8 |
| Walkability | 3.5/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 19 | 138 |
| Green cover | 2.9% | 15.7% |
| Population | 5,894 | 1,953 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Condon reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Thuringowa Central is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Condon is stronger for a larger local community; Thuringowa Central answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. On housing, Condon sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Thuringowa Central.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Thuringowa Central, while Condon remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.