Overall score
Currimundi
69.4/100
Moffat Beach
54.8/100
Currimundi for beach lifestyle and investment; Moffat Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Currimundi
69.4/100
Moffat Beach
54.8/100
Crime rate
Currimundi
26.9 / 1k
Moffat Beach
26.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Currimundi
209
Moffat Beach
62
Population
Currimundi
6,570
Moffat Beach
2,691
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 | Currimundi | Moffat Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.4/100 | 54.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.8/100 | 43.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.9 / 1k | 26.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 12 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 209 | 62 |
| Population | 6,570 | 2,691 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Currimundi reads as a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm; Moffat Beach is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Currimundi tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Moffat Beach stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
People chasing a beach lifestyle and investors may find Currimundi the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Moffat Beach.