Overall score
Oxley
71.7/100
Rocklea
45.2/100
Oxley vs Rocklea, QLD suburb comparison
Oxley for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OxleyRocklea
Crime rate
Oxley
34.7 / 1k
Rocklea
216.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oxley
227
Rocklea
105
Population
Oxley
9,100
Rocklea
1,672
Metric leadOxley 9Rocklea 1across 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.
Comparison summary
Oxley is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Rocklea is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Oxley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Rocklea is closer to the city centre.
Oxley pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Rocklea is the better pick for good access to parks. On housing, Oxley sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Rocklea.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oxley, while Rocklea remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.