Elimbah vs Wamuran, QLD suburb comparison

Elimbah for retirees and families; Wamuran for value.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

ElimbahWamuran

Overall score

Elimbah

38.9/100

Wamuran

53.0/100

Crime rate

Elimbah

27.2 / 1k

Wamuran

44.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Elimbah

0

Wamuran

55

Population

Elimbah

4,290

Wamuran

3,374

Metric leadElimbah 2Wamuran 34 tiedacross 9 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.

CategoryElimbahWamuran
Overall score38.9/10053.0/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate27.2 / 1k44.3 / 1k
Schools & preschools11
Parks & reserves22
Public transport stops4
Walkability6.0/10049.5/100
Nearby amenities055
Population4,2903,374
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/106/10

Comparison summary

Elimbah is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, while Wamuran is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Elimbah sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Wamuran is in a middle-ring position.

Elimbah tends to lead on a larger local community, while Wamuran stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. Elimbah generally means more sought-after housing, while Wamuran leans toward more mid-market housing value.

On balance, value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wamuran, while Elimbah remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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