Overall score
Gaythorne
57.2/100
Stafford
64.4/100
Gaythorne vs Stafford, QLD Suburb Comparison
Gaythorne for families; Stafford for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GaythorneStafford
Crime rate
Gaythorne
56.9 / 1k
Stafford
60.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gaythorne
114
Stafford
390
Population
Gaythorne
3,158
Stafford
6,978
Metric leadGaythorne 2Stafford 73 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 | Gaythorne | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.2/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.5/100 | 60.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 56.9 / 1k | 60.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 65 |
| Walkability | 29.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 114 | 390 |
| Green cover | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Population | 3,158 | 6,978 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Gaythorne is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Stafford is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Gaythorne tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Stafford stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Retirees, families, and households prioritising schools may find Gaythorne the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Stafford.
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.