Overall score
Aitkenvale
48.5/100
Douglas
57.8/100
Aitkenvale for families and schools; Douglas for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aitkenvale
48.5/100
Douglas
57.8/100
Crime rate
Aitkenvale
117.1 / 1k
Douglas
117.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aitkenvale
143
Douglas
167
Population
Aitkenvale
4,797
Douglas
7,780
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 | Aitkenvale | Douglas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.5/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 71.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 117.1 / 1k | 117.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 14 |
| Walkability | 58.5/100 | 48.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 143 | 167 |
| Population | 4,797 | 7,780 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Aitkenvale is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Douglas is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Aitkenvale is stronger for walkability; Douglas answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Aitkenvale sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Douglas.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Aitkenvale the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Douglas.