Overall score
Aroona
48.7/100
Meridan Plains
47.9/100
Aroona vs Meridan Plains, QLD suburb comparison
Aroona for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AroonaMeridan Plains
Crime rate
Aroona
27.6 / 1k
Meridan Plains
27.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aroona
20
Meridan Plains
1
Population
Aroona
3,466
Meridan Plains
4,589
Metric leadAroona 6Meridan Plains 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | 48.7/100 | 47.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.6 / 1k | 27.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 3 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 1 |
| Population | 3,466 | 4,589 |
| 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 Meridan Plains is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
On the data, Aroona is stronger for public transport access and walkability; Meridan Plains answers with parks and reserves and overall desirability.
Retirees may find Aroona the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Meridan Plains.