Overall score
Coowonga
30.7/100
Zilzie
38.1/100
Coowonga vs Zilzie, QLD Suburb Comparison
Coowonga for investment; Zilzie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CoowongaZilzie
Crime rate
Coowonga
69.3 / 1k
Zilzie
41.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coowonga
1
Zilzie
9
Population
Coowonga
255
Zilzie
2,846
Metric leadCoowonga 2Zilzie 52 tiedacross 9 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 | Coowonga | Zilzie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 30.7/100 | 38.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.9/100 | 45.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 69.3 / 1k | 41.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 9 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 2.4% |
| Population | 255 | 2,846 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Coowonga reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Zilzie is a quieter mid-sized suburb with space and a country-town pace.
Coowonga pulls ahead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Zilzie is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability. Coowonga generally means more approachable housing costs, while Zilzie leans toward more sought-after housing.
Coowonga suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Zilzie is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.