Overall score
Manly West
64.6/100
Wynnum
59.7/100
Manly West vs Wynnum, QLD Suburb Comparison
Manly West 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
Manly WestWynnum
Crime rate
Manly West
46.0 / 1k
Wynnum
62.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Manly West
171
Wynnum
339
Population
Manly West
12,436
Wynnum
14,036
Metric leadManly West 5Wynnum 52 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 retireesWynnum
- Best for familiesManly West
- Best for beach lifestyleWynnum
- Best for investmentManly West
- Best for best valueWynnum
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 | Manly West | Wynnum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.6/100 | 59.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 60.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.0 / 1k | 62.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 50 | 74 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 171 | 339 |
| Green cover | 10.9% | 11.2% |
| Population | 12,436 | 14,036 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Manly West is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Wynnum is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Wynnum is shaped by the coast, Manly West offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Manly West pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, whereas Wynnum is the better pick for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Choose Manly West if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Wynnum for people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, 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.