Overall score
Helensvale
59.2/100
Upper Coomera
67.0/100
Helensvale vs Upper Coomera, QLD suburb comparison
Upper Coomera for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HelensvaleUpper Coomera
Crime rate
Helensvale
43.9 / 1k
Upper Coomera
29.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Helensvale
66
Upper Coomera
167
Population
Helensvale
18,949
Upper Coomera
27,180
Metric leadHelensvale 3Upper Coomera 52 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesUpper Coomera
- Best for familiesUpper Coomera
- Best for best valueUpper Coomera
- Best for best schoolsUpper Coomera
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 | Helensvale | Upper Coomera |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.9 / 1k | 29.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 61 | 34 |
| Public transport stops | 85 | 72 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 66 | 167 |
| Population | 18,949 | 27,180 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Helensvale is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Upper Coomera is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Helensvale pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Upper Coomera is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Upper Coomera, while Helensvale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.