Overall score
Carlton River
28.7/100
Dodges Ferry
38.0/100
Carlton River vs Dodges Ferry, TAS Suburb Comparison
Dodges Ferry for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carlton RiverDodges Ferry
Crime rate
Carlton River
31.2 / 1k
Dodges Ferry
31.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carlton River
10
Dodges Ferry
34
Population
Carlton River
347
Dodges Ferry
2,646
Metric leadCarlton River 0Dodges Ferry 64 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 retireesDodges Ferry
- Best for familiesDodges Ferry
- Best for investmentDodges Ferry
- Best for best valueDodges Ferry
- Best for best schoolsDodges Ferry
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 | Dodges Ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.7/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.0/100 | 47.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.2 / 1k | 31.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 4.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 34 |
| Green cover | 4.8% | 9.0% |
| Population | 347 | 2,646 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Carlton River is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Dodges Ferry is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Dodges Ferry sits among greener hillside streets, while Carlton River keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Carlton River tends to lead on housing affordability, while Dodges Ferry stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability. Carlton River generally means more mid-market housing value, while Dodges Ferry leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
Carlton River suits families more clearly, whereas Dodges Ferry is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.