Overall score
Cannon Hill
71.4/100
Morningside
69.1/100
Cannon Hill vs Morningside, QLD suburb comparison
Cannon Hill for investment and value; Morningside for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cannon HillMorningside
Crime rate
Cannon Hill
40.4 / 1k
Morningside
40.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cannon Hill
187
Morningside
200
Population
Cannon Hill
6,701
Morningside
11,755
Metric leadCannon Hill 2Morningside 62 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMorningside
- Best for investmentCannon 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 | 71.4/100 | 69.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 44.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.4 / 1k | 40.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 49 | 58 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 187 | 200 |
| 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 schools and education options, while Morningside stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Cannon Hill, while Morningside remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.