Overall score
Oxenford
61.8/100
Pacific Pines
68.8/100
Oxenford vs Pacific Pines, QLD suburb comparison
Pacific Pines for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OxenfordPacific Pines
Crime rate
Oxenford
29.1 / 1k
Pacific Pines
35.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oxenford
131
Pacific Pines
206
Population
Oxenford
12,273
Pacific Pines
16,664
Metric leadOxenford 2Pacific Pines 71 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 best valuePacific Pines
- Best for best schoolsPacific Pines
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 | Oxenford | Pacific Pines |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 68.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.1 / 1k | 35.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 34 | 20 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 54 |
| Walkability | 53.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 131 | 206 |
| Population | 12,273 | 16,664 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Oxenford is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Pacific Pines is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Oxenford is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Pacific Pines answers with schools and education options and public transport access.
On balance, value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Pacific Pines, while Oxenford remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.