Overall score
Robertson
35.9/100
Salisbury
60.3/100
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
Crime rate
Robertson
77.6 / 1k
Salisbury
63.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Robertson
38
Salisbury
189
Population
Robertson
4,749
Salisbury
6,790
Metric leadRobertson 1Salisbury 101 tiedacross 12 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.
| Category | Robertson | Salisbury |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.9/100 | 60.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.4/100 | 61.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.6 / 1k | 63.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 40 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 96.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 38 | 189 |
| Green cover | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Population | 4,749 | 6,790 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
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 schools and education options, whereas Salisbury is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves. On housing, Robertson sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Salisbury.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Salisbury, while Robertson 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.