Carlton vs Forcett, TAS suburb comparison

Carlton for schools; Forcett for retirees and investment.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

CarltonForcett

Overall score

Carlton

24.9/100

Forcett

29.5/100

Crime rate

Carlton

606.1 / 1k

Forcett

747.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Carlton

2

Forcett

0

Population

Carlton

1,363

Forcett

1,102

Metric leadCarlton 3Forcett 4across 7 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

Quick verdicts

Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)

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.

CategoryCarltonForcett
Overall score24.9/10029.5/100
Housing (desirability)5.6/10037.1/100
Crime rate606.1 / 1k747.3 / 1k
Parks & reserves1
Public transport stops3
Walkability0.0/1004.5/100
Nearby amenities20
Population1,3631,102
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)3/105/10

Comparison summary

Carlton reads as a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm; Forcett is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.

Carlton pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Forcett is the better pick for housing affordability and walkability. Carlton generally means more approachable housing costs, while Forcett leans toward more mid-market housing value.

Families and households prioritising schools may find Carlton the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Forcett.

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