Overall score
Chermside
54.9/100
Zillmere
52.7/100
Chermside vs Zillmere, QLD Suburb Comparison
Chermside for retirees and families; Zillmere for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChermsideZillmere
Crime rate
Chermside
174.1 / 1k
Zillmere
59.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chermside
587
Zillmere
139
Population
Chermside
11,426
Zillmere
9,323
Metric leadChermside 8Zillmere 31 tiedacross 12 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 | Chermside | Zillmere |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.9/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.5/100 | 78.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 174.1 / 1k | 59.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 59 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 587 | 139 |
| Green cover | 23.8% | 10.4% |
| Population | 11,426 | 9,323 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Chermside is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Zillmere is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Chermside sits closer to the city centre, whereas Zillmere is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Chermside is stronger for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability; Zillmere answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Zillmere, while Chermside remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.