Overall score
Carlton River
28.7/100
Forcett
30.3/100
Carlton River vs Forcett, TAS Suburb Comparison
Forcett for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carlton RiverForcett
Crime rate
Carlton River
31.2 / 1k
Forcett
31.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carlton River
10
Forcett
9
Population
Carlton River
347
Forcett
1,102
Metric leadCarlton River 2Forcett 53 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 best valueForcett
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 | Forcett |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.7/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.0/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.2 / 1k | 31.2 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 9 |
| Green cover | 4.8% | 3.5% |
| Population | 347 | 1,102 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
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 keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
On the data, Carlton River is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities; Forcett answers with housing affordability, walkability, and overall desirability. On housing, Carlton River sits in a well priced band, compared with a approachable feel in Forcett.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Forcett, while Carlton River remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.