Overall score
Arundel
46.0/100
Helensvale
48.1/100
Arundel vs Helensvale, QLD Suburb Comparison
Arundel for families and investment; Helensvale for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArundelHelensvale
Crime rate
Arundel
66.6 / 1k
Helensvale
73.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arundel
60
Helensvale
70
Population
Arundel
11,171
Helensvale
18,949
Metric leadArundel 2Helensvale 82 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 retireesHelensvale
- Best for familiesArundel
- Best for investmentArundel
- Best for best schoolsArundel
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 | Arundel | Helensvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.0/100 | 48.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.2/100 | 52.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.6 / 1k | 73.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 61 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 85 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 60 | 70 |
| Green cover | 13.6% | 21.4% |
| Population | 11,171 | 18,949 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Arundel is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Helensvale is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Arundel tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Helensvale stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
Arundel suits families more clearly, whereas Helensvale is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
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.