Overall score
Joyner
46.2/100
Petrie
60.7/100
Joyner for retirees and families; Petrie for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Joyner
46.2/100
Petrie
60.7/100
Crime rate
Joyner
29.8 / 1k
Petrie
65.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Joyner
25
Petrie
236
Population
Joyner
3,600
Petrie
8,722
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.
Put side by side, Joyner is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, and Petrie is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Joyner sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Petrie is in a middle-ring position.
Joyner tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Petrie stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access. On housing, Joyner sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Petrie.
Joyner suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Petrie is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.