Overall score
Moorooka
68.1/100
Tarragindi
82.2/100
Moorooka vs Tarragindi, QLD suburb comparison
Tarragindi for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MoorookaTarragindi
Crime rate
Moorooka
49.4 / 1k
Tarragindi
26.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moorooka
356
Tarragindi
704
Population
Moorooka
10,783
Tarragindi
11,035
Metric leadMoorooka 1Tarragindi 81 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 retireesTarragindi
- Best for familiesTarragindi
- Best for investmentTarragindi
- Best for best valueTarragindi
- Best for best schoolsTarragindi
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 | Moorooka | Tarragindi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.1/100 | 82.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 49.4 / 1k | 26.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 77 | 84 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 356 | 704 |
| Population | 10,783 | 11,035 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Moorooka reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Tarragindi is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Moorooka is stronger for parks and reserves; Tarragindi answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tarragindi, while Moorooka remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.