Overall score
Aitkenvale
48.3/100
Annandale
58.5/100
Aitkenvale vs Annandale, QLD suburb comparison
Annandale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AitkenvaleAnnandale
Crime rate
Aitkenvale
114.2 / 1k
Annandale
114.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aitkenvale
143
Annandale
56
Population
Aitkenvale
4,797
Annandale
8,376
Metric leadAitkenvale 4Annandale 5across 9 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 | Aitkenvale | Annandale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.3/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 114.2 / 1k | 114.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 17 |
| Walkability | 58.5/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 143 | 56 |
| Population | 4,797 | 8,376 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aitkenvale is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Annandale is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Aitkenvale pulls ahead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Annandale is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Aitkenvale sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Annandale.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Annandale, while Aitkenvale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.