Overall score
Crabtree
51.4/100
Lucaston
51.6/100
Crabtree vs Lucaston, TAS suburb comparison
Lucaston for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CrabtreeLucaston
Crime rate
Crabtree
4096.2 / 1k
Lucaston
2989.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Crabtree
0
Lucaston
0
Population
Crabtree
308
Lucaston
422
Metric leadCrabtree 0Lucaston 52 tiedacross 7 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Crabtree is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Lucaston is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Crabtree is stronger for a country-town feel and strong connectivity to employment hubs; Lucaston answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Crabtree generally means more mid-market housing value, while Lucaston leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Lucaston, while Crabtree remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.