Overall score
Idalia
46.6/100
Wulguru
34.7/100
Idalia vs Wulguru, QLD Suburb Comparison
Idalia for families and value; Wulguru for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
IdaliaWulguru
Crime rate
Idalia
110.1 / 1k
Wulguru
110.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Idalia
98
Wulguru
32
Population
Idalia
4,563
Wulguru
4,389
Metric leadIdalia 9Wulguru 11 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Idalia | Wulguru |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 34.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.9/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 110.1 / 1k | 110.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 19.8/100 | 19.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Walkability | 70.0/100 | 26.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 98 | 32 |
| Green cover | 7.6% | 2.4% |
| Population | 4,563 | 4,389 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Idalia is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Wulguru is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Idalia is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options; Wulguru answers with relatively affordable housing.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Idalia, while Wulguru remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.