Overall score
Doolandella
49.0/100
Durack
44.4/100
Doolandella vs Durack, QLD suburb comparison
Doolandella for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DoolandellaDurack
Crime rate
Doolandella
59.0 / 1k
Durack
58.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Doolandella
48
Durack
71
Population
Doolandella
7,123
Durack
7,788
Metric leadDoolandella 4Durack 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 retireesDoolandella
- Best for investmentDoolandella
- Best for best valueDoolandella
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 | Doolandella | Durack |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.0/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.0 / 1k | 58.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 22 |
| Walkability | 38.5/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 71 |
| Population | 7,123 | 7,788 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Doolandella is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Durack is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Doolandella tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Durack stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access. Doolandella generally means more sought-after housing, while Durack leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Doolandella, while Durack remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.