Overall score
Jensen
33.4/100
Yabulu
35.5/100
Jensen vs Yabulu, QLD Suburb Comparison
Jensen for families; Yabulu for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JensenYabulu
Crime rate
Jensen
65.9 / 1k
Yabulu
65.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jensen
1
Yabulu
1
Population
Jensen
1,797
Yabulu
719
Metric leadJensen 3Yabulu 33 tiedacross 9 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
Jensen is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Yabulu is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Jensen is stronger for a quieter safety profile, overall desirability, and a larger local community; Yabulu answers with a country-town feel and relatively affordable housing. On housing, Jensen sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Yabulu.
On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer Jensen, while Yabulu 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.