Overall score
Rocklea
45.2/100
Yeerongpilly
59.5/100
Rocklea vs Yeerongpilly, QLD suburb comparison
Rocklea for schools; Yeerongpilly for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RockleaYeerongpilly
Crime rate
Rocklea
223.2 / 1k
Yeerongpilly
50.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rocklea
105
Yeerongpilly
140
Population
Rocklea
1,672
Yeerongpilly
2,033
Metric leadRocklea 1Yeerongpilly 9across 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 retireesYeerongpilly
- Best for investmentYeerongpilly
- Best for best valueYeerongpilly
- Best for best schoolsRocklea
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 | Rocklea | Yeerongpilly |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.2/100 | 59.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 223.2 / 1k | 50.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 26 |
| Walkability | 25.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 105 | 140 |
| Population | 1,672 | 2,033 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Rocklea is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Yeerongpilly is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Rocklea tends to lead on parks and reserves, while Yeerongpilly stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Rocklea sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Yeerongpilly.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Yeerongpilly, while Rocklea remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.