Overall score
Taranganba
46.1/100
Yeppoon
59.0/100
Taranganba vs Yeppoon, QLD suburb comparison
Taranganba for retirees and families; Yeppoon for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
TaranganbaYeppoon
Crime rate
Taranganba
36.7 / 1k
Yeppoon
36.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Taranganba
18
Yeppoon
187
Population
Taranganba
2,275
Yeppoon
7,037
Metric leadTaranganba 3Yeppoon 6across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTaranganba
- Best for familiesTaranganba
- Best for investmentTaranganba
- Best for best valueTaranganba
- Best for best schoolsYeppoon
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 | Taranganba | Yeppoon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.1/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.7/100 | 31.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.7 / 1k | 36.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 17 |
| Walkability | 42.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 18 | 187 |
| Population | 2,275 | 7,037 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Taranganba is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Yeppoon is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Taranganba tends to lead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Yeppoon stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. On housing, Taranganba sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Yeppoon.
Taranganba suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Yeppoon is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.