Overall score
Karawatha
26.5/100
Runcorn
61.8/100
Karawatha vs Runcorn, QLD Suburb Comparison
Runcorn for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KarawathaRuncorn
Crime rate
Karawatha
194.6 / 1k
Runcorn
37.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Karawatha
15
Runcorn
322
Population
Karawatha
337
Runcorn
14,199
Metric leadKarawatha 1Runcorn 91 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 | Karawatha | Runcorn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.5/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.6/100 | 54.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.6 / 1k | 37.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | — | 56 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 322 |
| Green cover | 1.3% | 10.9% |
| Population | 337 | 14,199 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Karawatha is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Runcorn is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Karawatha is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Runcorn answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Runcorn, while Karawatha 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.