Overall score
Kuraby
52.4/100
Stretton
55.3/100
Kuraby vs Stretton, QLD Suburb Comparison
Kuraby for investment; Stretton for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KurabyStretton
Crime rate
Kuraby
30.5 / 1k
Stretton
38.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kuraby
103
Stretton
152
Population
Kuraby
8,737
Stretton
4,686
Metric leadKuraby 7Stretton 41 tiedacross 12 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 | Kuraby | Stretton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.4/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.7/100 | 41.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 30.5 / 1k | 38.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 15 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 103 | 152 |
| Green cover | 17.8% | 15.6% |
| Population | 8,737 | 4,686 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Kuraby is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Stretton is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Kuraby is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Stretton answers with nearby cafés and amenities, plus stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Stretton, while Kuraby 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.