Overall score
Sumner
58.8/100
Wacol
28.7/100
Sumner vs Wacol, QLD Suburb Comparison
Sumner for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SumnerWacol
Crime rate
Sumner
47.9 / 1k
Wacol
162.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sumner
23
Wacol
79
Population
Sumner
603
Wacol
4,253
Metric leadSumner 6Wacol 51 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 | Sumner | Wacol |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.8/100 | 28.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.5/100 | 38.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.9 / 1k | 162.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 21 |
| Walkability | 6.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 79 |
| Green cover | 27.2% | 16.2% |
| Population | 603 | 4,253 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Sumner is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Wacol is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Sumner tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and overall desirability, while Wacol stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability. Sumner generally means more sought-after housing, while Wacol leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Sumner, while Wacol 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.