Overall score
Moggill
58.4/100
Wacol
40.7/100
Moggill vs Wacol, QLD suburb comparison
Moggill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MoggillWacol
Crime rate
Moggill
7.5 / 1k
Wacol
98.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moggill
47
Wacol
74
Population
Moggill
5,029
Wacol
4,253
Metric leadMoggill 6Wacol 22 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Moggill is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Wacol is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Moggill tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Wacol stands out for schools and education options and public transport access. Moggill generally means more sought-after housing, while Wacol leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Moggill, while Wacol remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.