Overall score
Reedy Creek
60.5/100
Varsity Lakes
74.7/100
Reedy Creek vs Varsity Lakes, QLD suburb comparison
Reedy Creek for retirees and schools; Varsity Lakes for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Reedy CreekVarsity Lakes
Crime rate
Reedy Creek
22.5 / 1k
Varsity Lakes
22.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Reedy Creek
210
Varsity Lakes
412
Population
Reedy Creek
7,412
Varsity Lakes
16,493
Metric leadReedy Creek 1Varsity Lakes 72 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesReedy Creek
- Best for best valueVarsity Lakes
- Best for best schoolsReedy Creek
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 | Reedy Creek | Varsity Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.5/100 | 74.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.5 / 1k | 22.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 36 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 44 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 210 | 412 |
| Population | 7,412 | 16,493 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Reedy Creek is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Varsity Lakes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Reedy Creek pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Varsity Lakes is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Retirees and families may find Reedy Creek the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Varsity Lakes.