Overall score
Kuluin
34.7/100
Mudjimba
60.6/100
Mudjimba for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kuluin
34.7/100
Mudjimba
60.6/100
Crime rate
Kuluin
122.1 / 1k
Mudjimba
50.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kuluin
49
Mudjimba
73
Population
Kuluin
2,700
Mudjimba
2,664
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Kuluin | Mudjimba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.7/100 | 60.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 122.1 / 1k | 50.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 13 |
| Walkability | 14.0/100 | 81.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 49 | 73 |
| Green cover | 9.1% | 45.7% |
| Population | 2,700 | 2,664 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Kuluin is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Mudjimba is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Mudjimba is shaped by the coast, Kuluin offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Kuluin pulls ahead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and a larger local community, whereas Mudjimba is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. On housing, Kuluin sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Mudjimba.
Kuluin suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Mudjimba is the stronger match for retirees, people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.