Overall score
Cannon Valley
39.8/100
Preston
39.1/100
Cannon Valley vs Preston, QLD suburb comparison
Cannon Valley for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cannon ValleyPreston
Crime rate
Cannon Valley
45.1 / 1k
Preston
45.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cannon Valley
6
Preston
0
Population
Cannon Valley
1,131
Preston
346
Metric leadCannon Valley 6Preston 01 tiedacross 7 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 Valley
- Best for best schoolsCannon Valley
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 Valley | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.8/100 | 39.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 45.1 / 1k | 45.8 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 0 |
| Population | 1,131 | 346 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cannon Valley is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, and Preston is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Cannon Valley tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, while Preston stands out for overall desirability.
Choose Cannon Valley if you are weighing retirees and households prioritising schools; lean toward Preston for families.
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