Overall score
Gilston
40.3/100
Tallai
42.6/100
Gilston for investment; Tallai for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gilston
40.3/100
Tallai
42.6/100
Crime rate
Gilston
57.0 / 1k
Tallai
39.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilston
13
Tallai
15
Population
Gilston
2,669
Tallai
4,465
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.
| Category | Gilston | Tallai |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.3/100 | 42.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.1/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.0 / 1k | 39.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 5 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 15 |
| Green cover | 2.6% | 0.5% |
| Population | 2,669 | 4,465 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Gilston reads as a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm; Tallai is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand.
Gilston pulls ahead on public transport access, walkability, and overall desirability, whereas Tallai is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, nearby cafés and amenities, and a larger local community.
Gilston suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Tallai is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.