Overall score
Morayfield
32.5/100
Devonport
52.1/100
Morayfield vs Devonport Suburb Comparison (QLD vs TAS)
Devonport for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MorayfieldDevonport
Crime rate
Morayfield
114.3 / 1k
Devonport
54.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morayfield
58
Devonport
331
Population
Morayfield
24,898
Devonport
14,481
Metric leadMorayfield 4Devonport 8across 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 | Morayfield | Devonport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.5/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.5/100 | 79.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 114.3 / 1k | 54.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 50 | 73 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 58 | 331 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Green cover | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| Population | 24,898 | 14,481 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Across states, Morayfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, whereas Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Morayfield sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Devonport is further into the wider countryside.
On the data, Morayfield is stronger for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and a larger local community; Devonport answers with a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access. Morayfield generally means more sought-after housing, while Devonport leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Choose Morayfield if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Devonport for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.