Overall score
Aroona
48.7/100
Caloundra West
62.0/100
Aroona vs Caloundra West, QLD suburb comparison
Aroona for retirees and families; Caloundra West for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AroonaCaloundra West
Crime rate
Aroona
27.6 / 1k
Caloundra West
27.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aroona
20
Caloundra West
103
Population
Aroona
3,466
Caloundra West
7,270
Metric leadAroona 2Caloundra West 62 tiedacross 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 retireesAroona
- Best for familiesAroona
- Best for best valueCaloundra West
- Best for best schoolsAroona
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 | Aroona | Caloundra West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.7/100 | 62.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.6 / 1k | 27.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 19 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 72.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 103 |
| Population | 3,466 | 7,270 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aroona is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, and Caloundra West is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Aroona sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Caloundra West is in a middle-ring position.
Aroona pulls ahead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Caloundra West is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Aroona suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Caloundra West is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.