Overall score
Ferny Grove
63.3/100
Mitchelton
62.4/100
Ferny Grove vs Mitchelton, QLD Suburb Comparison
Ferny Grove for retirees and families; Mitchelton for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Ferny GroveMitchelton
Crime rate
Ferny Grove
16.9 / 1k
Mitchelton
60.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ferny Grove
397
Mitchelton
393
Population
Ferny Grove
5,871
Mitchelton
9,244
Metric leadFerny Grove 4Mitchelton 62 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesFerny Grove
- Best for familiesFerny Grove
- Best for investmentMitchelton
- Best for best schoolsMitchelton
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 | Ferny Grove | Mitchelton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.3/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.8/100 | 64.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 60.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 8 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 59 |
| Walkability | 53.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 397 | 393 |
| Green cover | 17.1% | 5.8% |
| Population | 5,871 | 9,244 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Ferny Grove is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Mitchelton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Ferny Grove sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Mitchelton is closer to the city centre.
Ferny Grove pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, plus nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Mitchelton is the better pick for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Choose Ferny Grove if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Mitchelton for households prioritising schools.
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.