Overall score
Berriedale
44.7/100
Glenorchy
71.8/100
Berriedale vs Glenorchy, TAS suburb comparison
Glenorchy for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BerriedaleGlenorchy
Crime rate
Berriedale
1275.0 / 1k
Glenorchy
323.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Berriedale
20
Glenorchy
238
Population
Berriedale
2,905
Glenorchy
12,013
Metric leadBerriedale 1Glenorchy 81 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 | Berriedale | Glenorchy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.7/100 | 71.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1275.0 / 1k | 323.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 101 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 238 |
| Population | 2,905 | 12,013 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Berriedale is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Glenorchy is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks. Glenorchy sits among greener hillside streets, while Berriedale keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Berriedale pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Glenorchy is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glenorchy, while Berriedale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.