Overall score
Lota
58.4/100
Wynnum
59.7/100
Lota vs Wynnum, QLD Suburb Comparison
Lota for families and investment; Wynnum for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LotaWynnum
Crime rate
Lota
45.9 / 1k
Wynnum
62.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lota
87
Wynnum
339
Population
Lota
3,518
Wynnum
14,036
Metric leadLota 4Wynnum 71 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 | Lota | Wynnum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.4/100 | 59.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.0/100 | 60.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 45.9 / 1k | 62.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 74 |
| Walkability | 28.0/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 339 |
| Green cover | 14.2% | 11.2% |
| Population | 3,518 | 14,036 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lota is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, and Wynnum is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Lota pulls ahead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, whereas Wynnum is the better pick for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
Lota suits retirees, investors, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Wynnum is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle 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.