Overall score
Carlton River
22.4/100
Carlton
24.9/100
Carlton River vs Carlton, TAS suburb comparison
Carlton River for retirees; Carlton for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carlton RiverCarlton
Crime rate
Carlton River
2384.8 / 1k
Carlton
606.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carlton River
0
Carlton
2
Population
Carlton River
347
Carlton
1,363
Metric leadCarlton River 1Carlton 51 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 retireesCarlton River
- Best for best schoolsCarlton
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 | Carlton River | Carlton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 22.4/100 | 24.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 3.5/100 | 5.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 2384.8 / 1k | 606.1 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 2 |
| Population | 347 | 1,363 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Carlton River is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Carlton is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Carlton River pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Carlton is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Carlton River sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Carlton.
Carlton River suits retirees more clearly, whereas Carlton is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.