Overall score
Nathan
58.7/100
Tarragindi
82.2/100
Tarragindi for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Nathan
58.7/100
Tarragindi
82.2/100
Crime rate
Nathan
50.6 / 1k
Tarragindi
26.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nathan
119
Tarragindi
704
Population
Nathan
1,085
Tarragindi
11,035
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 | Nathan | Tarragindi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.7/100 | 82.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.6 / 1k | 26.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 11 | 84 |
| Walkability | 47.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 119 | 704 |
| Population | 1,085 | 11,035 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Nathan is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Tarragindi is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Nathan tends to lead on an affluent, sought-after address, while Tarragindi stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tarragindi, while Nathan remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.