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Edge Hill vs Kanimbla, QLD suburb comparison

Edge Hill for families and schools; Kanimbla for retirees and investment.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

Edge HillKanimbla

Overall score

Edge Hill

54.0/100

Kanimbla

47.0/100

Crime rate

Edge Hill

146.0 / 1k

Kanimbla

145.9 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Edge Hill

159

Kanimbla

379

Population

Edge Hill

4,088

Kanimbla

2,827

Metric leadEdge Hill 5Kanimbla 4across 9 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryEdge HillKanimbla
Overall score54.0/10047.0/100
Housing (desirability)59.9/10091.7/100
Crime rate146.0 / 1k145.9 / 1k
Schools & preschools31
Parks & reserves93
Walkability67.0/1001.5/100
Nearby amenities159379
Population4,0882,827
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)7/109/10

Comparison summary

Edge Hill is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Kanimbla is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.

Edge Hill tends to lead on parks and reserves and walkability, while Kanimbla stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Edge Hill sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Kanimbla.

Edge Hill suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Kanimbla is the stronger match for retirees and investors.

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