Dulong vs Mapleton, QLD suburb comparison

Dulong for retirees and families; Mapleton for schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

DulongMapleton

Overall score

Dulong

42.8/100

Mapleton

55.4/100

Crime rate

Dulong

30.8 / 1k

Mapleton

30.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Dulong

2

Mapleton

50

Population

Dulong

688

Mapleton

1,661

Metric leadDulong 2Mapleton 6across 8 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

Quick verdicts

Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)

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.

CategoryDulongMapleton
Overall score42.8/10055.4/100
Housing (desirability)91.7/10071.4/100
Crime rate30.8 / 1k30.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools1
Parks & reserves35
Walkability0.0/10056.0/100
Nearby amenities250
Population6881,661
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/105/10

Comparison summary

Dulong is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Mapleton is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.

Dulong tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Mapleton stands out for parks and reserves and walkability. Dulong generally means more mid-market housing value, while Mapleton leans toward more sought-after housing.

Dulong suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Mapleton is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.

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