Overall score
Cashmere
43.9/100
Whiteside
46.4/100
Cashmere vs Whiteside, QLD Suburb Comparison
Cashmere for retirees; Whiteside for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CashmereWhiteside
Crime rate
Cashmere
48.4 / 1k
Whiteside
48.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cashmere
2
Whiteside
1
Population
Cashmere
4,970
Whiteside
810
Metric leadCashmere 5Whiteside 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)
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 | Cashmere | Whiteside |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.9/100 | 46.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 21.6/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.4 / 1k | 48.1 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 1 |
| Green cover | 13.1% | 1.6% |
| Population | 4,970 | 810 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cashmere reads as a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm; Whiteside is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Cashmere tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and walkability, while Whiteside stands out for housing affordability and overall desirability.
Cashmere suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Whiteside is the stronger match for families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.