Overall score
Aspley
64.8/100
Chermside
54.9/100
Aspley vs Chermside, QLD Suburb Comparison
Aspley for families and investment; Chermside for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AspleyChermside
Crime rate
Aspley
59.3 / 1k
Chermside
174.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspley
296
Chermside
587
Population
Aspley
12,871
Chermside
11,426
Metric leadAspley 6Chermside 33 tiedacross 12 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 | Aspley | Chermside |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.8/100 | 54.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.1/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.3 / 1k | 174.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 62 | 72 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 296 | 587 |
| Green cover | 13.1% | 23.8% |
| Population | 12,871 | 11,426 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Aspley is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Chermside is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Aspley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Chermside is closer to the city centre.
Aspley tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, while Chermside stands out for public transport access, plus nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Aspley, while Chermside remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.