Overall score
Murrumba Downs
71.3/100
Strathpine
72.5/100
Murrumba Downs vs Strathpine, 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 DownsStrathpine
Crime rate
Murrumba Downs
29.1 / 1k
Strathpine
28.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Murrumba Downs
169
Strathpine
316
Population
Murrumba Downs
10,795
Strathpine
10,647
Metric leadMurrumba Downs 4Strathpine 51 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 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 | Strathpine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.3/100 | 72.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.1 / 1k | 28.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 52 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 169 | 316 |
| Population | 10,795 | 10,647 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Murrumba Downs is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Strathpine is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Murrumba Downs pulls ahead on parks and reserves and a larger local community, whereas Strathpine is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access. On housing, Murrumba Downs sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Strathpine.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Murrumba Downs, while Strathpine remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.