Overall score
Greenslopes
64.3/100
Tarragindi
82.4/100
Tarragindi for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Greenslopes
64.3/100
Tarragindi
82.4/100
Crime rate
Greenslopes
67.8 / 1k
Tarragindi
26.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Greenslopes
320
Tarragindi
704
Population
Greenslopes
7,941
Tarragindi
11,035
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 | Greenslopes | Tarragindi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.3/100 | 82.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.8 / 1k | 26.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 84 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 320 | 704 |
| Population | 7,941 | 11,035 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Greenslopes is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Tarragindi is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Greenslopes pulls ahead on excellent public transport and an affluent, sought-after address, whereas Tarragindi is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tarragindi, while Greenslopes remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.