Overall score
Arundel
46.0/100
Runaway Bay
52.1/100
Arundel vs Runaway Bay, QLD Suburb Comparison
Arundel for retirees and value; Runaway Bay for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArundelRunaway Bay
Crime rate
Arundel
66.6 / 1k
Runaway Bay
56.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arundel
60
Runaway Bay
241
Population
Arundel
11,171
Runaway Bay
9,308
Metric leadArundel 4Runaway Bay 62 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 retireesArundel
- Best for familiesRunaway Bay
- Best for investmentRunaway Bay
- Best for best valueArundel
- 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 | Runaway Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.0/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.2/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.6 / 1k | 56.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 34 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 60 | 241 |
| Green cover | 13.6% | 3.2% |
| Population | 11,171 | 9,308 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Arundel is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Runaway Bay is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Arundel is stronger for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and overall desirability; Runaway Bay answers with a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Arundel, while Runaway Bay remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.