Glenorchy vs Moonah, TAS suburb comparison

Glenorchy for investment and value; Moonah for retirees and schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

GlenorchyMoonah

Overall score

Glenorchy

71.8/100

Moonah

64.3/100

Crime rate

Glenorchy

323.2 / 1k

Moonah

680.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Glenorchy

238

Moonah

249

Population

Glenorchy

12,013

Moonah

5,884

Metric leadGlenorchy 6Moonah 4across 10 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.

CategoryGlenorchyMoonah
Overall score71.8/10064.3/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10043.7/100
Crime rate323.2 / 1k680.3 / 1k
Schools & preschools612
Parks & reserves164
Public transport stops10144
Walkability90.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities238249
Population12,0135,884
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)1/103/10

Comparison summary

Glenorchy reads as a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks; Moonah is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Glenorchy sits among greener hillside streets, while Moonah keeps a flatter suburban layout.

Glenorchy tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Moonah stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.

Glenorchy suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Moonah is the stronger match for retirees.

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