Carlton vs Lewisham, TAS suburb comparison

Carlton for schools; Lewisham for retirees.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

CarltonLewisham

Overall score

Carlton

24.9/100

Lewisham

28.1/100

Crime rate

Carlton

606.1 / 1k

Lewisham

1038.8 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Carlton

2

Lewisham

6

Population

Carlton

1,363

Lewisham

799

Metric leadCarlton 2Lewisham 5across 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.

CategoryCarltonLewisham
Overall score24.9/10028.1/100
Housing (desirability)5.6/1008.2/100
Crime rate606.1 / 1k1038.8 / 1k
Walkability0.0/1003.5/100
Nearby amenities26
Population1,363799
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)3/105/10

Comparison summary

Carlton is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Lewisham is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Lewisham sits among greener hillside streets, while Carlton keeps a flatter suburban layout.

On the data, Carlton is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a larger local community; Lewisham answers with housing affordability and walkability. On housing, Carlton sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Lewisham.

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

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