Joyner vs Petrie, QLD suburb comparison

Joyner for retirees and families; Petrie for value and schools.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

JoynerPetrie

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

Metric leadJoyner 2Petrie 71 tiedacross 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.

CategoryJoynerPetrie
Overall score46.2/10060.7/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate29.8 / 1k65.4 / 1k
Schools & preschools16
Parks & reserves415
Public transport stops931
Walkability13.5/10092.0/100
Nearby amenities25236
Population3,6008,722
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/105/10

Comparison summary

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.

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