Overall score
Pimpama
67.0/100
Murray Bridge
58.7/100
Pimpama for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Pimpama
67.0/100
Murray Bridge
58.7/100
Crime rate
Pimpama
30.8 / 1k
Murray Bridge
100.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pimpama
85
Murray Bridge
192
Population
Pimpama
24,601
Murray Bridge
15,043
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 | Pimpama | Murray Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.0/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 30.8 / 1k | 100.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | — |
| Public transport stops | 79 | 39 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 85 | 192 |
| Planning activity | — | 168 |
| Population | 24,601 | 15,043 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Across states, Pimpama is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, whereas Murray Bridge is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Murray Bridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Pimpama keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Pimpama tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Murray Bridge stands out for schools and education options and walkability. Pimpama generally means more sought-after housing, while Murray Bridge leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Pimpama, while Murray Bridge remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.