Overall score
Coorparoo
77.8/100
Norman Park
60.0/100
Coorparoo vs Norman Park, QLD suburb comparison
Coorparoo for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CoorparooNorman Park
Crime rate
Coorparoo
27.4 / 1k
Norman Park
40.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coorparoo
435
Norman Park
117
Population
Coorparoo
18,132
Norman Park
6,842
Metric leadCoorparoo 9Norman Park 01 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Coorparoo | Norman Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77.8/100 | 60.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.2/100 | 30.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.4 / 1k | 40.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 79 | 29 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 435 | 117 |
| Population | 18,132 | 6,842 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Coorparoo is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Norman Park is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Coorparoo pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Norman Park is the better pick for excellent public transport and an affluent, sought-after address.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Coorparoo, while Norman Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.