Overall score
Cartwright
31.2/100
Hinchinbrook
47.5/100
Cartwright vs Hinchinbrook, NSW suburb comparison
Hinchinbrook for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CartwrightHinchinbrook
Crime rate
Cartwright
72.8 / 1k
Hinchinbrook
72.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cartwright
26
Hinchinbrook
87
Population
Cartwright
2,616
Hinchinbrook
11,521
Metric leadCartwright 3Hinchinbrook 71 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesHinchinbrook
- Best for familiesHinchinbrook
- Best for investmentHinchinbrook
- Best for best valueHinchinbrook
- Best for best schoolsHinchinbrook
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 | Cartwright | Hinchinbrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.2/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.3/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.8 / 1k | 72.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 80 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 87 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 10 |
| Population | 2,616 | 11,521 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cartwright is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Hinchinbrook is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Cartwright sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Hinchinbrook is in a middle-ring position.
Cartwright pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Hinchinbrook is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hinchinbrook, while Cartwright remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.