Overall score
Atherton
65.1/100
Innisfail
49.4/100
Atherton vs Innisfail, QLD suburb comparison
Atherton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AthertonInnisfail
Crime rate
Atherton
85.7 / 1k
Innisfail
91.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Atherton
117
Innisfail
114
Population
Atherton
7,724
Innisfail
1,091
Metric leadAtherton 8Innisfail 1across 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Atherton is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Innisfail is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Atherton pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Innisfail is the better pick for a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Atherton, while Innisfail remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.