Overall score
Elanora
62.7/100
Tallebudgera
44.6/100
Elanora vs Tallebudgera, QLD suburb comparison
Elanora for families and value; Tallebudgera for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ElanoraTallebudgera
Crime rate
Elanora
26.0 / 1k
Tallebudgera
8.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elanora
80
Tallebudgera
5
Population
Elanora
12,539
Tallebudgera
3,826
Metric leadElanora 6Tallebudgera 21 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTallebudgera
- Best for familiesElanora
- Best for best valueElanora
- Best for best schoolsElanora
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 | Elanora | Tallebudgera |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.7/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.0 / 1k | 8.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 49 | — |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 80 | 5 |
| Population | 12,539 | 3,826 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Elanora reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Tallebudgera is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city. Elanora sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Tallebudgera is further out with more breathing room.
Elanora pulls ahead on parks and reserves and walkability, whereas Tallebudgera is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Elanora suits value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Tallebudgera is the stronger match for retirees and families.