Overall score
Arundel
54.2/100
Coombabah
45.6/100
Arundel vs Coombabah, QLD suburb comparison
Arundel for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArundelCoombabah
Crime rate
Arundel
41.9 / 1k
Coombabah
34.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arundel
57
Coombabah
45
Population
Arundel
11,171
Coombabah
10,298
Metric leadArundel 8Coombabah 11 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.
Comparison summary
Arundel reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Coombabah is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Arundel is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Coombabah answers with a quieter safety profile. On housing, Arundel sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Coombabah.
On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Arundel, while Coombabah remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.