Overall score
Auchenflower
59.8/100
Taringa
65.2/100
Auchenflower for families and schools; Taringa for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Auchenflower
59.8/100
Taringa
65.2/100
Crime rate
Auchenflower
39.0 / 1k
Taringa
40.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Auchenflower
147
Taringa
351
Population
Auchenflower
6,053
Taringa
8,732
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 | Auchenflower | Taringa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.8/100 | 65.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.3/100 | 31.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.0 / 1k | 40.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 69 |
| Walkability | 65.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 147 | 351 |
| Population | 6,053 | 8,732 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Auchenflower reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Taringa is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Auchenflower tends to lead on excellent public transport and an affluent, sought-after address, while Taringa stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Auchenflower if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Taringa for investors and value-focused buyers.