Overall score
Aroona
48.7/100
Kings Beach
40.1/100
Aroona vs Kings Beach, QLD suburb comparison
Aroona for retirees and investment; Kings Beach for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AroonaKings Beach
Crime rate
Aroona
27.6 / 1k
Kings Beach
27.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aroona
20
Kings Beach
131
Population
Aroona
3,466
Kings Beach
3,042
Metric leadAroona 7Kings Beach 3across 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 beach lifestyleKings Beach
- Best for investmentAroona
- Best for best valueAroona
- 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 | Kings Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.7/100 | 40.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 22.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.6 / 1k | 27.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 4 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 131 |
| Population | 3,466 | 3,042 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aroona is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, and Kings Beach is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Kings Beach is shaped by the coast, Aroona offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Aroona tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Kings Beach stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Retirees and investors may find Aroona the better fit, while families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Kings Beach.