Overall score
Moorooka
68.2/100
Tennyson
43.1/100
Moorooka vs Tennyson, QLD suburb comparison
Moorooka for value; Tennyson for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MoorookaTennyson
Crime rate
Moorooka
51.0 / 1k
Tennyson
51.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moorooka
356
Tennyson
76
Population
Moorooka
10,783
Tennyson
1,109
Metric leadMoorooka 8Tennyson 2across 10 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.
Comparison summary
Moorooka is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Tennyson is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Moorooka is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Tennyson answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Moorooka suits families and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Tennyson is the stronger match for retirees.