Overall score
Merrigum
31.8/100
Undera
29.5/100
Merrigum for investment and value; Undera for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Merrigum
31.8/100
Undera
29.5/100
Crime rate
Merrigum
44.5 / 1k
Undera
49.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Merrigum
1
Undera
0
Population
Merrigum
679
Undera
450
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.
Merrigum is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Undera is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Merrigum is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Undera answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Merrigum the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Undera.