Overall score
Annerley
70.0/100
Tarragindi
82.2/100
Tarragindi for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Annerley
70.0/100
Tarragindi
82.2/100
Crime rate
Annerley
64.6 / 1k
Tarragindi
26.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annerley
520
Tarragindi
704
Population
Annerley
11,891
Tarragindi
11,035
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 | Annerley | Tarragindi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.0/100 | 82.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 26.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 84 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 520 | 704 |
| Population | 11,891 | 11,035 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Annerley reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Tarragindi is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Annerley pulls ahead on schools and education options and a larger local community, whereas Tarragindi is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tarragindi, while Annerley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.