Overall score
Rasmussen
32.5/100
Thuringowa Central
49.5/100
Rasmussen vs Thuringowa Central, QLD Suburb Comparison
Thuringowa Central for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RasmussenThuringowa Central
Crime rate
Rasmussen
114.9 / 1k
Thuringowa Central
106.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rasmussen
33
Thuringowa Central
138
Population
Rasmussen
4,669
Thuringowa Central
1,953
Metric leadRasmussen 2Thuringowa Central 81 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesThuringowa Central
- Best for familiesThuringowa Central
- Best for best valueThuringowa Central
- Best for best schoolsThuringowa Central
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 | Rasmussen | Thuringowa Central |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.5/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.3/100 | 51.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 114.9 / 1k | 106.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 19.8/100 | 19.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 8 |
| Walkability | 46.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 33 | 138 |
| Green cover | 2.6% | 15.7% |
| Population | 4,669 | 1,953 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Rasmussen is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Thuringowa Central is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Rasmussen is stronger for parks and reserves, plus a larger local community; Thuringowa Central answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. On housing, Rasmussen sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Thuringowa Central.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Thuringowa Central, while Rasmussen 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.