Overall score
Carrick
38.8/100
Travellers Rest
35.2/100
Carrick vs Travellers Rest, TAS suburb comparison
Travellers Rest for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CarrickTravellers Rest
Crime rate
Carrick
1606.6 / 1k
Travellers Rest
3317.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carrick
6
Travellers Rest
5
Population
Carrick
721
Travellers Rest
348
Metric leadCarrick 6Travellers Rest 11 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTravellers Rest
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 | Carrick | Travellers Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.8/100 | 35.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 1606.6 / 1k | 3317.9 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 1 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 5 |
| Population | 721 | 348 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Carrick is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Travellers Rest is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Carrick tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Travellers Rest stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer Travellers Rest, while Carrick remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.