Overall score
Maroochydore
71.4/100
Mudjimba
52.8/100
Maroochydore vs Mudjimba, QLD suburb comparison
Maroochydore for families and beach lifestyle; Mudjimba for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MaroochydoreMudjimba
Crime rate
Maroochydore
73.7 / 1k
Mudjimba
27.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maroochydore
539
Mudjimba
71
Population
Maroochydore
20,629
Mudjimba
2,664
Metric leadMaroochydore 7Mudjimba 3across 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 retireesMudjimba
- Best for familiesMaroochydore
- Best for beach lifestyleMaroochydore
- Best for investmentMudjimba
- Best for best valueMaroochydore
- Best for best schoolsMaroochydore
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 | Maroochydore | Mudjimba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.4/100 | 52.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.8/100 | 59.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 73.7 / 1k | 27.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 63 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 59 | 13 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 81.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 539 | 71 |
| Population | 20,629 | 2,664 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Maroochydore is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Mudjimba is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Maroochydore pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Mudjimba is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Maroochydore the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Mudjimba.