Overall score
Pimpama
44.9/100
Devonport
52.1/100
Pimpama for families and schools; Devonport for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Pimpama
44.9/100
Devonport
52.1/100
Crime rate
Pimpama
48.6 / 1k
Devonport
54.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pimpama
90
Devonport
331
Population
Pimpama
24,601
Devonport
14,481
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 | Pimpama | Devonport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.9/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.6/100 | 79.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.6 / 1k | 54.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 79 | 73 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 90 | 331 |
| Green cover | 6.5% | 3.4% |
| Population | 24,601 | 14,481 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Across states, Pimpama is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, whereas Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Pimpama sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Devonport is further into the wider countryside.
On the data, Pimpama is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves; Devonport answers with schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. Pimpama generally means more sought-after housing, while Devonport leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Pimpama, while Devonport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.