Overall score
Pialba
59.2/100
Torquay
52.2/100
Pialba vs Torquay, QLD suburb comparison
Pialba for investment and value; Torquay for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PialbaTorquay
Crime rate
Pialba
43.4 / 1k
Torquay
43.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pialba
160
Torquay
79
Population
Pialba
4,151
Torquay
6,533
Metric leadPialba 3Torquay 51 tiedacross 9 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
Pialba reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Torquay is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Pialba pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Torquay is the better pick for parks and reserves and walkability.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Pialba, while Torquay remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.