Overall score
Mango Hill
72.2/100
North Lakes
69.9/100
Mango Hill for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mango Hill
72.2/100
North Lakes
69.9/100
Crime rate
Mango Hill
36.6 / 1k
North Lakes
36.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mango Hill
296
North Lakes
449
Population
Mango Hill
14,921
North Lakes
23,030
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Mango Hill | North Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.2/100 | 69.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 94.9/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.6 / 1k | 36.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 29 | 47 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 296 | 449 |
| Population | 14,921 | 23,030 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Mango Hill reads as a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living; North Lakes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Where Mango Hill is shaped by the coast, North Lakes offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Mango Hill is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; North Lakes answers with public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Mango Hill, while North Lakes remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.