Overall score
Mudgeeraba
52.7/100
Robina
78.2/100
Robina for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mudgeeraba
52.7/100
Robina
78.2/100
Crime rate
Mudgeeraba
23.9 / 1k
Robina
25.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mudgeeraba
15
Robina
490
Population
Mudgeeraba
14,578
Robina
25,659
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.
| Category | Mudgeeraba | Robina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 78.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.9 / 1k | 25.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 25 | 112 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 92 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 490 |
| Population | 14,578 | 25,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Mudgeeraba is a settled metro established suburb that balances access with everyday calm, while Robina is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Mudgeeraba sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Robina is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Mudgeeraba is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Robina answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Robina, while Mudgeeraba remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.