Kalinga vs Northgate, QLD suburb comparison

Kalinga for retirees and families.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

KalingaNorthgate

Overall score

Kalinga

59.8/100

Northgate

48.5/100

Crime rate

Kalinga

48.7 / 1k

Northgate

61.9 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Kalinga

106

Northgate

66

Population

Kalinga

2,144

Northgate

4,876

Metric leadKalinga 7Northgate 3across 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.

CategoryKalingaNorthgate
Overall score59.8/10048.5/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10035.7/100
Crime rate48.7 / 1k61.9 / 1k
Schools & preschools144
Parks & reserves53
Public transport stops1929
Walkability30.5/10038.0/100
Nearby amenities10666
Population2,1444,876
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)10/109/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Kalinga is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Northgate is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.

On the data, Kalinga is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Northgate answers with public transport access and walkability.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kalinga, while Northgate remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

Related comparisons