Overall score
Cannon Hill
62.9/100
Morningside
60.1/100
Cannon Hill vs Morningside, QLD Suburb Comparison
Cannon Hill for retirees and value; Morningside for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cannon HillMorningside
Crime rate
Cannon Hill
66.1 / 1k
Morningside
66.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cannon Hill
192
Morningside
200
Population
Cannon Hill
6,701
Morningside
11,755
Metric leadCannon Hill 4Morningside 53 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCannon Hill
- Best for best valueCannon Hill
- Best for best schoolsMorningside
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 | Cannon Hill | Morningside |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.9/100 | 60.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 69.7/100 | 62.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.1 / 1k | 66.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 49 | 58 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 192 | 200 |
| Green cover | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| Population | 6,701 | 11,755 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cannon Hill is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Morningside is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Cannon Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Morningside stands out for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
Cannon Hill suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Morningside is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
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.