Overall score
Mitchelton
62.4/100
Stafford
64.4/100
Mitchelton vs Stafford, QLD Suburb Comparison
Mitchelton for families and value; Stafford for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MitcheltonStafford
Crime rate
Mitchelton
60.6 / 1k
Stafford
60.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mitchelton
393
Stafford
390
Population
Mitchelton
9,244
Stafford
6,978
Metric leadMitchelton 6Stafford 42 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMitchelton
- Best for investmentStafford
- Best for best valueMitchelton
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 | Mitchelton | Stafford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.4/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 64.6/100 | 60.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.6 / 1k | 60.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 59 | 65 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 393 | 390 |
| Green cover | 5.8% | 5.4% |
| Population | 9,244 | 6,978 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Mitchelton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Stafford is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Mitchelton is stronger for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities; Stafford answers with a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Mitchelton, while Stafford 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.