Overall score
Diddillibah
35.2/100
Forest Glen
53.6/100
Diddillibah vs Forest Glen, QLD suburb comparison
Diddillibah for families; Forest Glen for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DiddillibahForest Glen
Crime rate
Diddillibah
17.3 / 1k
Forest Glen
13.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Diddillibah
2
Forest Glen
25
Population
Diddillibah
1,703
Forest Glen
1,657
Metric leadDiddillibah 1Forest Glen 61 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesDiddillibah
- Best for best valueForest Glen
- Best for best schoolsForest Glen
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 | Diddillibah | Forest Glen |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.2/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 17.3 / 1k | 13.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 9 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 53.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 25 |
| Population | 1,703 | 1,657 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Diddillibah reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Forest Glen is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
On the data, Diddillibah is stronger for a larger local community; Forest Glen answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access. Diddillibah generally means more mid-market housing value, while Forest Glen leans toward more sought-after housing.
Diddillibah suits families more clearly, whereas Forest Glen is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.