Overall score
Berriedale
44.7/100
Montrose
52.5/100
Berriedale vs Montrose, TAS suburb comparison
Montrose for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BerriedaleMontrose
Crime rate
Berriedale
1275.0 / 1k
Montrose
1738.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Berriedale
20
Montrose
23
Population
Berriedale
2,905
Montrose
2,313
Metric leadBerriedale 4Montrose 51 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 | Montrose |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.7/100 | 52.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1275.0 / 1k | 1738.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 8 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 52.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 23 |
| Population | 2,905 | 2,313 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Berriedale is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Montrose is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Berriedale sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Montrose is closer to the city centre.
Berriedale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Montrose stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer Montrose, while Berriedale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.