Overall score
Labrador
49.9/100
Runaway Bay
52.1/100
Labrador vs Runaway Bay, QLD Suburb Comparison
Labrador for retirees and value; Runaway Bay for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LabradorRunaway Bay
Crime rate
Labrador
142.3 / 1k
Runaway Bay
56.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Labrador
372
Runaway Bay
241
Population
Labrador
18,643
Runaway Bay
9,308
Metric leadLabrador 8Runaway Bay 31 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLabrador
- Best for familiesRunaway Bay
- Best for best valueLabrador
- Best for best schoolsRunaway Bay
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 | Labrador | Runaway Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.9/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.8/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 142.3 / 1k | 56.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 34 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 372 | 241 |
| Green cover | 13.0% | 3.2% |
| Population | 18,643 | 9,308 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Labrador reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Runaway Bay is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Labrador tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, while Runaway Bay stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Labrador suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Runaway Bay is the stronger match for retirees.
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.