Overall score
Arumbera
28.1/100
Connellan
35.8/100
Arumbera for investment; Connellan for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Arumbera
28.1/100
Connellan
35.8/100
Crime rate
Arumbera
9401.3 / 1k
Connellan
6522.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arumbera
0
Connellan
17
Population
Arumbera
257
Connellan
371
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.
Arumbera is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Connellan is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Arumbera tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Connellan stands out for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Arumbera sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Connellan.
Choose Arumbera if you are weighing investors; lean toward Connellan for retirees.