Overall score
Chisholm
62.1/100
Theodore
50.6/100
Chisholm for investment and value; Theodore for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Chisholm
62.1/100
Theodore
50.6/100
Crime rate
Chisholm
21.4 / 1k
Theodore
13.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chisholm
126
Theodore
37
Population
Chisholm
5,268
Theodore
3,798
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Chisholm reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Theodore is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Chisholm pulls ahead on schools and education options and walkability, whereas Theodore is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Chisholm sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Theodore.
Chisholm suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Theodore is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.