Overall score
Carlton River
22.4/100
Forcett
29.5/100
Forcett for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Carlton River
22.4/100
Forcett
29.5/100
Crime rate
Carlton River
2384.8 / 1k
Forcett
747.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carlton River
0
Forcett
0
Population
Carlton River
347
Forcett
1,102
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 | Carlton River | Forcett |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 22.4/100 | 29.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 3.5/100 | 37.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 2384.8 / 1k | 747.3 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 347 | 1,102 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Carlton River is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Forcett is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Forcett holds the clearer edge on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Carlton River is closer across the remaining categories.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Forcett, while Carlton River remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.