Overall score
Lawnton
62.7/100
Strathpine
72.5/100
Lawnton vs Strathpine, QLD suburb comparison
Lawnton for schools; Strathpine for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LawntonStrathpine
Crime rate
Lawnton
63.5 / 1k
Strathpine
28.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lawnton
181
Strathpine
316
Population
Lawnton
5,905
Strathpine
10,647
Metric leadLawnton 1Strathpine 81 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesStrathpine
- Best for familiesStrathpine
- Best for best valueStrathpine
- Best for best schoolsLawnton
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 | Lawnton | Strathpine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.7/100 | 72.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 63.5 / 1k | 28.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 49 | 52 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 181 | 316 |
| Population | 5,905 | 10,647 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lawnton is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Strathpine is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Lawnton pulls ahead on excellent public transport and relatively affordable housing, whereas Strathpine is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Strathpine, while Lawnton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.