Overall score
Oxley
60.4/100
Rocklea
46.2/100
Oxley vs Rocklea, QLD Suburb Comparison
Oxley for retirees and value; Rocklea for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OxleyRocklea
Crime rate
Oxley
56.9 / 1k
Rocklea
342.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oxley
230
Rocklea
107
Population
Oxley
9,100
Rocklea
1,672
Metric leadOxley 10Rocklea 11 tiedacross 12 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 | Oxley | Rocklea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.4/100 | 46.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.9/100 | 52.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 56.9 / 1k | 342.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 14 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 25.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 230 | 107 |
| Green cover | 12.5% | 6.0% |
| Population | 9,100 | 1,672 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 4/10 |
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, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, whereas Rocklea is the better pick for schools and education options. On housing, Oxley sits in a expensive band, compared with a approachable feel in Rocklea.
On balance, retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Oxley, while Rocklea remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.