Overall score
Mulambin
29.1/100
Taranganba
41.6/100
Mulambin vs Taranganba, QLD Suburb Comparison
Mulambin for beach lifestyle; Taranganba for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MulambinTaranganba
Crime rate
Mulambin
64.1 / 1k
Taranganba
63.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mulambin
10
Taranganba
19
Population
Mulambin
917
Taranganba
2,275
Metric leadMulambin 1Taranganba 71 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTaranganba
- Best for familiesTaranganba
- Best for beach lifestyleMulambin
- Best for investmentTaranganba
- Best for best schoolsTaranganba
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 | Mulambin | Taranganba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.1/100 | 41.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.0/100 | 54.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.1 / 1k | 63.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 19 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 2.7% |
| Population | 917 | 2,275 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Mulambin is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Taranganba is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Mulambin leans into coastal living, while Taranganba feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Mulambin is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Taranganba answers with walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability. Mulambin generally means more mid-market housing value, while Taranganba leans toward more sought-after housing.
Mulambin suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas Taranganba is the stronger match for retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.