Overall score
Laidley
34.1/100
Laidley Heights
39.6/100
Laidley vs Laidley Heights, QLD Suburb Comparison
Laidley for retirees and families; Laidley Heights for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LaidleyLaidley Heights
Crime rate
Laidley
64.7 / 1k
Laidley Heights
64.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Laidley
12
Laidley Heights
6
Population
Laidley
3,809
Laidley Heights
1,429
Metric leadLaidley 5Laidley Heights 31 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLaidley
- Best for familiesLaidley
- Best for best valueLaidley Heights
- Best for best schoolsLaidley Heights
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 | Laidley | Laidley Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.1/100 | 39.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.1/100 | 62.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.7 / 1k | 64.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 27.4/100 | 27.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 8 | — |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 12 | 6 |
| Green cover | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| Population | 3,809 | 1,429 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Laidley is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds, and Laidley Heights is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Laidley Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Laidley keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Laidley tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Laidley Heights stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Households prioritising schools may find Laidley the better fit, while retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Laidley Heights.
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.