Cashmere vs Whiteside, QLD suburb comparison

Cashmere for schools; Whiteside for families and investment.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

CashmereWhiteside

Overall score

Cashmere

36.6/100

Whiteside

40.9/100

Crime rate

Cashmere

28.5 / 1k

Whiteside

29.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Cashmere

0

Whiteside

0

Population

Cashmere

4,970

Whiteside

810

Metric leadCashmere 4Whiteside 22 tiedacross 8 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryCashmereWhiteside
Overall score36.6/10040.9/100
Housing (desirability)36.5/10076.0/100
Crime rate28.5 / 1k29.3 / 1k
Parks & reserves21
Public transport stops2
Walkability3.0/1000.0/100
Nearby amenities00
Population4,970810
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/1010/10

Comparison summary

Cashmere reads as a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city; Whiteside is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.

Cashmere tends to lead on parks and reserves and walkability, while Whiteside stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

Cashmere suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Whiteside is the stronger match for retirees and families.

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