Overall score
Joyner
43.0/100
Petrie
48.5/100
Joyner for families and schools; Petrie for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Joyner
43.0/100
Petrie
48.5/100
Crime rate
Joyner
48.2 / 1k
Petrie
103.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Joyner
29
Petrie
241
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.
| Category | Joyner | Petrie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.0/100 | 48.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.4/100 | 62.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 103.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 31 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 241 |
| Green cover | 2.5% | 8.5% |
| Population | 3,600 | 8,722 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Joyner is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, 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 schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access. On housing, Joyner sits in a gently premium 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.
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.