Overall score
Aroona
52.7/100
Meridan Plains
46.4/100
Aroona vs Meridan Plains, QLD Suburb Comparison
Aroona for investment and value; Meridan Plains for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AroonaMeridan Plains
Crime rate
Aroona
44.3 / 1k
Meridan Plains
44.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aroona
20
Meridan Plains
7
Population
Aroona
3,466
Meridan Plains
4,589
Metric leadAroona 8Meridan Plains 31 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMeridan Plains
- Best for investmentAroona
- Best for best valueAroona
- Best for best schoolsMeridan Plains
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 | Meridan Plains |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 46.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.2/100 | 64.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.3 / 1k | 44.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 3 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 7 |
| Green cover | 23.0% | 16.3% |
| Population | 3,466 | 4,589 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aroona is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, and Meridan Plains is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Aroona is stronger for schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability; Meridan Plains answers with parks and reserves, plus a larger local community.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Aroona, while Meridan Plains remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.