Overall score
Carina
75.7/100
Seven Hills
57.7/100
Carina for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Carina
75.7/100
Seven Hills
57.7/100
Crime rate
Carina
24.6 / 1k
Seven Hills
40.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carina
170
Seven Hills
81
Population
Carina
11,678
Seven Hills
2,732
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Carina | Seven Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75.7/100 | 57.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 24.6 / 1k | 40.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 16 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 170 | 81 |
| Population | 11,678 | 2,732 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Carina is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Seven Hills is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Seven Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Carina keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Carina tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Seven Hills stands out for parks and reserves and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Carina, while Seven Hills remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.