Overall score
Oxenford
61.8/100
Upper Coomera
67.0/100
Upper Coomera for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Oxenford
61.8/100
Upper Coomera
67.0/100
Crime rate
Oxenford
29.1 / 1k
Upper Coomera
29.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oxenford
131
Upper Coomera
167
Population
Oxenford
12,273
Upper Coomera
27,180
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Oxenford | Upper Coomera |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.1 / 1k | 29.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 34 | 34 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 72 |
| Walkability | 53.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 131 | 167 |
| Population | 12,273 | 27,180 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Oxenford is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Upper Coomera is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Oxenford tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Upper Coomera stands out for schools and education options and public transport access.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Upper Coomera, while Oxenford remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.