Overall score
Carina Heights
57.6/100
Carindale
72.6/100
Carina Heights vs Carindale, QLD suburb comparison
Carindale for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carina HeightsCarindale
Crime rate
Carina Heights
25.8 / 1k
Carindale
25.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carina Heights
98
Carindale
298
Population
Carina Heights
7,103
Carindale
16,535
Metric leadCarina Heights 1Carindale 72 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.
| Category | Carina Heights | Carindale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.6/100 | 72.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.8 / 1k | 25.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 35 |
| Public transport stops | 47 | 85 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 98 | 298 |
| Population | 7,103 | 16,535 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Carina Heights is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, and Carindale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Carina Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Carindale keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Carina Heights tends to lead on excellent public transport, while Carindale stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Carindale, while Carina Heights remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.