Overall score
Ashgrove
86.7/100
Paddington
64.4/100
Ashgrove vs Paddington, QLD suburb comparison
Ashgrove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshgrovePaddington
Crime rate
Ashgrove
19.8 / 1k
Paddington
49.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashgrove
719
Paddington
301
Population
Ashgrove
13,450
Paddington
9,063
Metric leadAshgrove 7Paddington 12 tiedacross 10 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 | Ashgrove | Paddington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 86.7/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.8 / 1k | 49.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 26 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 79 | 48 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 719 | 301 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 13,450 | 9,063 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Ashgrove is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Paddington is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Ashgrove is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Paddington answers with a busy dining and café scene and excellent public transport.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ashgrove, while Paddington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.