Robertson vs Salisbury, QLD suburb comparison

Salisbury for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

RobertsonSalisbury

Overall score

Robertson

38.1/100

Salisbury

71.9/100

Crime rate

Robertson

47.5 / 1k

Salisbury

38.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Robertson

37

Salisbury

187

Population

Robertson

4,749

Salisbury

6,790

Metric leadRobertson 1Salisbury 9across 10 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryRobertsonSalisbury
Overall score38.1/10071.9/100
Housing (desirability)21.1/10076.0/100
Crime rate47.5 / 1k38.3 / 1k
Schools & preschools115
Parks & reserves58
Public transport stops840
Walkability12.0/10096.0/100
Nearby amenities37187
Population4,7496,790
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)7/109/10

Comparison summary

Robertson is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Salisbury is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Robertson sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Salisbury is closer to the city centre.

Robertson pulls ahead on good access to parks, whereas Salisbury is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Robertson sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Salisbury.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Salisbury, while Robertson remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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