Overall score
Toowong
68.4/100
West End
67.2/100
Toowong vs West End, QLD suburb comparison
Toowong for retirees and investment; West End for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ToowongWest End
Crime rate
Toowong
38.9 / 1k
West End
67.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Toowong
518
West End
1,195
Population
Toowong
12,556
West End
14,730
Metric leadToowong 5West End 32 tiedacross 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
Toowong is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while West End is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Toowong tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while West End stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and a larger local community.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Toowong, while West End remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.