Overall score
Heathwood
43.4/100
Parkinson
53.6/100
Heathwood vs Parkinson, QLD Suburb Comparison
Heathwood for schools; Parkinson for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HeathwoodParkinson
Crime rate
Heathwood
96.8 / 1k
Parkinson
28.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Heathwood
60
Parkinson
69
Population
Heathwood
4,944
Parkinson
11,148
Metric leadHeathwood 1Parkinson 82 tiedacross 11 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 | Heathwood | Parkinson |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.4/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.6/100 | 43.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 96.8 / 1k | 28.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 15 |
| Walkability | 29.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 60 | 69 |
| Green cover | 18.1% | 41.8% |
| Population | 4,944 | 11,148 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Heathwood is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Parkinson is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Heathwood pulls ahead on walkability and overall desirability, whereas Parkinson is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Heathwood, while Parkinson remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.