Overall score
Wakerley
60.6/100
Wynnum West
70.6/100
Wakerley vs Wynnum West, QLD suburb comparison
Wakerley for retirees and families; Wynnum West for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
WakerleyWynnum West
Crime rate
Wakerley
11.2 / 1k
Wynnum West
37.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Wakerley
110
Wynnum West
212
Population
Wakerley
8,718
Wynnum West
12,790
Metric leadWakerley 3Wynnum West 61 tiedacross 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 retireesWakerley
- Best for familiesWakerley
- Best for best valueWynnum West
- Best for best schoolsWynnum West
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 | Wakerley | Wynnum West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.6/100 | 70.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 11.2 / 1k | 37.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 73 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 110 | 212 |
| Population | 8,718 | 12,790 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Wakerley is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Wynnum West is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Wakerley tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Wynnum West stands out for schools and education options and public transport access.
Choose Wakerley if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Wynnum West for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.