Overall score
Gladstone Central
55.5/100
South Gladstone
44.4/100
Gladstone Central vs South Gladstone, QLD suburb comparison
South Gladstone for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Gladstone CentralSouth Gladstone
Crime rate
Gladstone Central
52.7 / 1k
South Gladstone
52.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gladstone Central
143
South Gladstone
47
Population
Gladstone Central
1,550
South Gladstone
3,476
Metric leadGladstone Central 4South Gladstone 32 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 investmentSouth Gladstone
- Best for best valueSouth Gladstone
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 | South Gladstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.5/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 7.2/100 | 31.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.7 / 1k | 52.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 8 |
| Walkability | 61.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 143 | 47 |
| Population | 1,550 | 3,476 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gladstone Central is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and South Gladstone is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Gladstone Central pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas South Gladstone is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Gladstone Central the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer South Gladstone.