Overall score
Palmview
49.5/100
Tanawha
55.8/100
Palmview vs Tanawha, QLD Suburb Comparison
Palmview for families and value; Tanawha for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PalmviewTanawha
Crime rate
Palmview
27.4 / 1k
Tanawha
23.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Palmview
174
Tanawha
36
Population
Palmview
5,236
Tanawha
1,312
Metric leadPalmview 6Tanawha 41 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Palmview | Tanawha |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.5/100 | 55.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.9/100 | 23.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.4 / 1k | 23.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 2 |
| Walkability | 26.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 174 | 36 |
| Green cover | 5.4% | 8.9% |
| Population | 5,236 | 1,312 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Palmview is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Tanawha is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Palmview sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Tanawha is further out with more breathing room.
Palmview tends to lead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Tanawha stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Choose Palmview if you are weighing investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Tanawha for retirees and families.
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.