Overall score
Carseldine
67.7/100
Taigum
72.8/100
Carseldine vs Taigum, QLD suburb comparison
Carseldine for retirees; Taigum for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CarseldineTaigum
Crime rate
Carseldine
35.6 / 1k
Taigum
24.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carseldine
178
Taigum
168
Population
Carseldine
10,093
Taigum
7,801
Metric leadCarseldine 5Taigum 32 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 retireesCarseldine
- Best for familiesTaigum
- Best for best schoolsTaigum
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 | Carseldine | Taigum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.7/100 | 72.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.6 / 1k | 24.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 22 |
| Walkability | 73.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 178 | 168 |
| Population | 10,093 | 7,801 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Carseldine reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Taigum is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Carseldine pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Taigum is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Carseldine suits retirees more clearly, whereas Taigum is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.