Overall score
Glen Eden
49.1/100
O'Connell
30.9/100
Glen Eden vs O'Connell, 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 EdenO'Connell
Crime rate
Glen Eden
52.9 / 1k
O'Connell
52.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glen Eden
31
O'Connell
0
Population
Glen Eden
2,918
O'Connell
399
Metric leadGlen Eden 5O'Connell 11 tiedacross 7 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 O'Connell is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Glen Eden tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while O'Connell stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Glen Eden sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in O'Connell.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glen Eden, while O'Connell remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.