Overall score
Murarrie
48.8/100
Tingalpa
58.0/100
Murarrie vs Tingalpa, QLD suburb comparison
Murarrie for retirees; Tingalpa for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MurarrieTingalpa
Crime rate
Murarrie
55.0 / 1k
Tingalpa
43.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Murarrie
73
Tingalpa
150
Population
Murarrie
4,946
Tingalpa
8,461
Metric leadMurarrie 1Tingalpa 72 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.
| Category | Murarrie | Tingalpa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.8/100 | 58.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.0 / 1k | 43.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 44 |
| Walkability | 29.5/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 150 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 4,946 | 8,461 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Murarrie is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Tingalpa is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Murarrie sits closer to the city centre, whereas Tingalpa is in a middle-ring position.
Murarrie pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Tingalpa is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Murarrie suits retirees more clearly, whereas Tingalpa is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.