Overall score
Murrumba Downs
71.3/100
Petrie
61.1/100
Murrumba Downs vs Petrie, QLD suburb comparison
Murrumba Downs for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Murrumba DownsPetrie
Crime rate
Murrumba Downs
29.1 / 1k
Petrie
61.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Murrumba Downs
169
Petrie
236
Population
Murrumba Downs
10,795
Petrie
8,722
Metric leadMurrumba Downs 5Petrie 41 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMurrumba Downs
- Best for familiesMurrumba Downs
- Best for best valueMurrumba Downs
- Best for best schoolsMurrumba Downs
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 | Murrumba Downs | Petrie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.3/100 | 61.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.1 / 1k | 61.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 31 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 169 | 236 |
| Population | 10,795 | 8,722 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Murrumba Downs is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Petrie is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Murrumba Downs is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Petrie answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Murrumba Downs, while Petrie remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.