Overall score
Aeroglen
40.1/100
Cairns North
52.0/100
Aeroglen vs Cairns North, QLD suburb comparison
Aeroglen for retirees and beach lifestyle; Cairns North for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AeroglenCairns North
Crime rate
Aeroglen
144.7 / 1k
Cairns North
146.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aeroglen
89
Cairns North
352
Population
Aeroglen
405
Cairns North
5,334
Metric leadAeroglen 3Cairns North 5across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAeroglen
- Best for familiesCairns North
- Best for beach lifestyleAeroglen
- Best for investmentAeroglen
- Best for best valueAeroglen
- Best for best schoolsCairns North
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 | Aeroglen | Cairns North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.1/100 | 52.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.3/100 | 14.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 144.7 / 1k | 146.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 7 |
| Walkability | 23.0/100 | 89.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 89 | 352 |
| Population | 405 | 5,334 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aeroglen is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Cairns North is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace. Where Aeroglen is shaped by the coast, Cairns North offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Aeroglen is stronger for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Cairns North answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Aeroglen generally means more mid-market housing value, while Cairns North leans toward more sought-after housing.
Retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Aeroglen the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Cairns North.