Overall score
Nirimba
39.5/100
Pelican Waters
51.9/100
Nirimba vs Pelican Waters, QLD suburb comparison
Nirimba for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NirimbaPelican Waters
Crime rate
Nirimba
27.7 / 1k
Pelican Waters
27.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nirimba
6
Pelican Waters
123
Population
Nirimba
2,229
Pelican Waters
7,393
Metric leadNirimba 2Pelican Waters 8across 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 | Nirimba | Pelican Waters |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.5/100 | 51.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 47.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.7 / 1k | 27.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 10 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 123 |
| Population | 2,229 | 7,393 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Nirimba is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Pelican Waters is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Nirimba sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Pelican Waters is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Nirimba is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Pelican Waters answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Nirimba suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Pelican Waters is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.