Overall score
Chermside
65.6/100
Wavell Heights
70.1/100
Chermside vs Wavell Heights, QLD suburb comparison
Wavell Heights for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChermsideWavell Heights
Crime rate
Chermside
107.7 / 1k
Wavell Heights
31.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chermside
580
Wavell Heights
205
Population
Chermside
11,426
Wavell Heights
10,336
Metric leadChermside 3Wavell Heights 61 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 retireesWavell Heights
- Best for familiesWavell Heights
- Best for investmentWavell Heights
- Best for best valueWavell Heights
- Best for best schoolsWavell Heights
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 | Chermside | Wavell Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.6/100 | 70.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 107.7 / 1k | 31.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 74 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 580 | 205 |
| Population | 11,426 | 10,336 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Chermside is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Wavell Heights is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Wavell Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Chermside keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Chermside tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Wavell Heights stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wavell Heights, while Chermside remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.