Arundel vs Labrador, QLD suburb comparison

Arundel for retirees and families; Labrador for schools.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

ArundelLabrador

Overall score

Arundel

54.2/100

Labrador

56.0/100

Crime rate

Arundel

43.3 / 1k

Labrador

89.1 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Arundel

57

Labrador

369

Population

Arundel

11,171

Labrador

18,643

Metric leadArundel 3Labrador 7across 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.

CategoryArundelLabrador
Overall score54.2/10056.0/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10024.9/100
Crime rate43.3 / 1k89.1 / 1k
Schools & preschools25
Parks & reserves1624
Public transport stops3372
Walkability36.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities57369
Population11,17118,643
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/103/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Arundel is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Labrador is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.

On the data, Arundel is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Labrador answers with parks and reserves and public transport access. Arundel generally means more sought-after housing, while Labrador leans toward more approachable housing costs.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Arundel, while Labrador remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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