Overall score
Mansfield
67.1/100
Upper Mount Gravatt
71.5/100
Mansfield for retirees and investment; Upper Mount Gravatt for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mansfield
67.1/100
Upper Mount Gravatt
71.5/100
Crime rate
Mansfield
60.7 / 1k
Upper Mount Gravatt
60.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mansfield
135
Upper Mount Gravatt
413
Population
Mansfield
8,851
Upper Mount Gravatt
10,800
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 | Mansfield | Upper Mount Gravatt |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.1/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 37.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.7 / 1k | 60.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 84 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 413 |
| Population | 8,851 | 10,800 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Mansfield is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Upper Mount Gravatt is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Upper Mount Gravatt sits among greener hillside streets, while Mansfield keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Mansfield tends to lead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Upper Mount Gravatt stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Choose Mansfield if you are weighing retirees and investors; lean toward Upper Mount Gravatt for families and households prioritising schools.