Blackstone Heights vs Carrick, TAS suburb comparison
Which suburb suits you better?
Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.
| Category | Blackstone Heights | Carrick |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.4/100 | 37.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 2 |
| Walkability | 54.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 27 | 6 |
| Population | 1,245 | 721 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for retireesBlackstone Heights
- Best for familiesBlackstone Heights
- Best for best valueBlackstone Heights
- Best for best schoolsBlackstone Heights
Comparison summary
Blackstone Heights is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Carrick is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe. Blackstone Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Carrick keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Blackstone Heights is stronger for public transport access and walkability; Carrick answers with parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Blackstone Heights, while Carrick remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.