Cambridge vs Warrane, TAS suburb comparison

Cambridge for retirees; Warrane for families and schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

CambridgeWarrane

Overall score

Cambridge

49.1/100

Warrane

51.0/100

Crime rate

Cambridge

2346.4 / 1k

Warrane

1326.8 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Cambridge

39

Warrane

63

Population

Cambridge

1,454

Warrane

2,695

Metric leadCambridge 2Warrane 71 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.

CategoryCambridgeWarrane
Overall score49.1/10051.0/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate2346.4 / 1k1326.8 / 1k
Schools & preschools14
Parks & reserves15
Public transport stops2027
Walkability32.0/10030.0/100
Nearby amenities3963
Population1,4542,695
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/101/10

Comparison summary

Cambridge is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Warrane is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Cambridge sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Warrane is closer to the city centre.

On the data, Cambridge is stronger for walkability and overall desirability; Warrane answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. Cambridge generally means more mid-market housing value, while Warrane leans toward more approachable housing costs.

On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer Cambridge, while Warrane remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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