Overall score
Darra
47.3/100
Middle Park
54.6/100
Darra vs Middle Park, QLD suburb comparison
Middle Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DarraMiddle Park
Crime rate
Darra
98.9 / 1k
Middle Park
30.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Darra
117
Middle Park
67
Population
Darra
4,098
Middle Park
3,845
Metric leadDarra 4Middle Park 6across 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 retireesMiddle Park
- Best for familiesMiddle Park
- Best for investmentMiddle Park
- Best for best valueMiddle Park
- Best for best schoolsMiddle Park
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 | Darra | Middle Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 54.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.7/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 98.9 / 1k | 30.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 12 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 117 | 67 |
| Population | 4,098 | 3,845 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Darra is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Middle Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Darra pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Middle Park is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Darra generally means more approachable housing costs, while Middle Park leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Middle Park, while Darra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.