Overall score
Springbrook
53.6/100
Tallebudgera Valley
53.5/100
Springbrook for retirees and families; Tallebudgera Valley for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Springbrook
53.6/100
Tallebudgera Valley
53.5/100
Crime rate
Springbrook
39.4 / 1k
Tallebudgera Valley
16.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Springbrook
50
Tallebudgera Valley
5
Population
Springbrook
705
Tallebudgera Valley
1,762
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Springbrook | Tallebudgera Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 53.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.2/100 | 49.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.4 / 1k | 16.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 11 |
| Walkability | 4.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 5 |
| Green cover | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Population | 705 | 1,762 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Springbrook reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Tallebudgera Valley is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
On the data, Springbrook is stronger for walkability, plus nearby cafés and amenities; Tallebudgera Valley answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves. On housing, Springbrook sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Tallebudgera Valley.
Springbrook suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Tallebudgera Valley is the stronger match for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.