Overall score
Macgregor
51.4/100
Wishart
60.5/100
Macgregor vs Wishart, QLD Suburb Comparison
Wishart for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MacgregorWishart
Crime rate
Macgregor
77.5 / 1k
Wishart
98.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Macgregor
166
Wishart
136
Population
Macgregor
5,980
Wishart
11,333
Metric leadMacgregor 3Wishart 81 tiedacross 12 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 | Macgregor | Wishart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.4/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.2/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.5 / 1k | 98.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 44 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 166 | 136 |
| Green cover | 14.1% | 21.9% |
| Population | 5,980 | 11,333 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Macgregor is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Wishart is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Macgregor is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and nearby cafés and amenities; Wishart answers with housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access. On housing, Macgregor sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Wishart.
On balance, retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Wishart, while Macgregor 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.