Overall score
Penguin
43.6/100
Ulverstone
50.3/100
Penguin vs Ulverstone, TAS suburb comparison
Penguin for retirees; Ulverstone for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PenguinUlverstone
Crime rate
Penguin
251.1 / 1k
Ulverstone
156.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Penguin
18
Ulverstone
11
Population
Penguin
4,132
Ulverstone
6,653
Metric leadPenguin 4Ulverstone 6across 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 retireesPenguin
- Best for familiesUlverstone
- Best for investmentUlverstone
- Best for best valueUlverstone
- Best for best schoolsUlverstone
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 | Penguin | Ulverstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.6/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.6/100 | 79.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 251.1 / 1k | 156.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 11 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 18 | 11 |
| Population | 4,132 | 6,653 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Penguin is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Ulverstone is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds.
Penguin pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Ulverstone is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees may find Penguin the better fit, while families and investors are more likely to prefer Ulverstone.