Overall score
Mitchelton
75.8/100
Upper Kedron
61.5/100
Mitchelton vs Upper Kedron, QLD suburb comparison
Mitchelton for families and value; Upper Kedron for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MitcheltonUpper Kedron
Crime rate
Mitchelton
37.1 / 1k
Upper Kedron
10.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mitchelton
389
Upper Kedron
87
Population
Mitchelton
9,244
Upper Kedron
5,800
Metric leadMitchelton 7Upper Kedron 21 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesUpper Kedron
- Best for familiesMitchelton
- Best for best valueMitchelton
- Best for best schoolsMitchelton
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 | Upper Kedron |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75.8/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 37.1 / 1k | 10.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 59 | 13 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 389 | 87 |
| Population | 9,244 | 5,800 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Mitchelton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Upper Kedron is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Mitchelton sits closer to the city centre, whereas Upper Kedron is in a middle-ring position.
Mitchelton pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Upper Kedron is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Mitchelton, while Upper Kedron remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.