Overall score
Gladstone Central
55.5/100
New Auckland
38.7/100
Gladstone Central vs New Auckland, QLD suburb comparison
Gladstone Central for families and schools; New Auckland for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Gladstone CentralNew Auckland
Crime rate
Gladstone Central
52.7 / 1k
New Auckland
52.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gladstone Central
143
New Auckland
25
Population
Gladstone Central
1,550
New Auckland
5,266
Metric leadGladstone Central 4New Auckland 41 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 retireesNew Auckland
- Best for familiesGladstone Central
- Best for investmentNew Auckland
- Best for best valueNew Auckland
- Best for best schoolsGladstone Central
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 | Gladstone Central | New Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.5/100 | 38.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 7.2/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.7 / 1k | 52.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 11 |
| Walkability | 61.5/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 143 | 25 |
| Population | 1,550 | 5,266 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gladstone Central is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and New Auckland is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Gladstone Central tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while New Auckland stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Gladstone Central suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas New Auckland is the stronger match for retirees and investors.