Overall score
Coombabah
45.5/100
Paradise Point
38.7/100
Coombabah vs Paradise Point, QLD suburb comparison
Coombabah for investment and value; Paradise Point for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CoombabahParadise Point
Crime rate
Coombabah
35.8 / 1k
Paradise Point
35.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coombabah
45
Paradise Point
140
Population
Coombabah
10,298
Paradise Point
7,062
Metric leadCoombabah 4Paradise Point 42 tiedacross 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 retireesParadise Point
- Best for investmentCoombabah
- Best for best valueCoombabah
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 | Coombabah | Paradise Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.5/100 | 38.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 8.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.8 / 1k | 35.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 16 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 140 |
| Population | 10,298 | 7,062 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Coombabah is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Paradise Point is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Coombabah tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Paradise Point stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities. Coombabah generally means more approachable housing costs, while Paradise Point leans toward more sought-after housing.
Families and investors may find Coombabah the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Paradise Point.