Overall score
Mulambin
29.1/100
Taroomball
38.7/100
Mulambin vs Taroomball, QLD Suburb Comparison
Mulambin for beach lifestyle; Taroomball for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MulambinTaroomball
Crime rate
Mulambin
64.1 / 1k
Taroomball
63.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mulambin
10
Taroomball
3
Population
Mulambin
917
Taroomball
1,136
Metric leadMulambin 1Taroomball 62 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 familiesTaroomball
- Best for beach lifestyleMulambin
- Best for best valueTaroomball
- Best for best schoolsTaroomball
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 | Taroomball |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.1/100 | 38.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.0/100 | 44.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.1 / 1k | 63.4 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 3 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Population | 917 | 1,136 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Mulambin is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Taroomball is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe. Where Mulambin is shaped by the coast, Taroomball offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Mulambin is stronger for a quieter safety profile, plus nearby cafés and amenities; Taroomball answers with housing affordability, overall desirability, and a larger local community. On housing, Mulambin sits in a well priced band, compared with a gently premium feel in Taroomball.
Mulambin suits people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Taroomball is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.