Overall score
Calamvale
62.3/100
Drewvale
58.1/100
Calamvale vs Drewvale, QLD Suburb Comparison
Calamvale for families and schools; Drewvale for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CalamvaleDrewvale
Crime rate
Calamvale
38.3 / 1k
Drewvale
38.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Calamvale
265
Drewvale
37
Population
Calamvale
17,994
Drewvale
4,779
Metric leadCalamvale 8Drewvale 22 tiedacross 12 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 | Calamvale | Drewvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.3/100 | 58.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.5/100 | 39.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.3 / 1k | 38.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 28 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 12 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 265 | 37 |
| Green cover | 13.0% | 34.7% |
| Population | 17,994 | 4,779 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Calamvale reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Drewvale is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand.
Calamvale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, while Drewvale stands out for a strongly multicultural community and good access to parks.
On balance, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Calamvale, while Drewvale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.