Overall score
Modbury
66.0/100
St Agnes
65.4/100
Modbury for investment; St Agnes for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Modbury
66.0/100
St Agnes
65.4/100
Crime rate
Modbury
195.1 / 1k
St Agnes
50.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Modbury
290
St Agnes
127
Population
Modbury
5,593
St Agnes
4,233
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.
Modbury is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while St Agnes is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Modbury is stronger for public transport access and walkability; St Agnes answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Investors may find Modbury the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer St Agnes.