Overall score
Glen Eden
49.1/100
Kirkwood
44.8/100
Glen Eden vs Kirkwood, QLD suburb comparison
Glen Eden for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Glen EdenKirkwood
Crime rate
Glen Eden
52.9 / 1k
Kirkwood
52.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glen Eden
31
Kirkwood
8
Population
Glen Eden
2,918
Kirkwood
2,513
Metric leadGlen Eden 5Kirkwood 3across 8 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.
Comparison summary
Glen Eden is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Kirkwood is a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Glen Eden is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Kirkwood answers with a quieter safety profile and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glen Eden, while Kirkwood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.