Overall score
Robina
78.2/100
Varsity Lakes
74.7/100
Robina vs Varsity Lakes, QLD suburb comparison
Robina for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RobinaVarsity Lakes
Crime rate
Robina
25.9 / 1k
Varsity Lakes
22.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Robina
490
Varsity Lakes
412
Population
Robina
25,659
Varsity Lakes
16,493
Metric leadRobina 6Varsity Lakes 13 tiedacross 10 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 | Robina | Varsity Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 78.2/100 | 74.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.9 / 1k | 22.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 112 | 36 |
| Public transport stops | 92 | 44 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 490 | 412 |
| Population | 25,659 | 16,493 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Robina reads as an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Varsity Lakes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Robina pulls ahead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, whereas Varsity Lakes is the better pick for a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Robina, while Varsity Lakes remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.