Overall score
Caloundra
61.7/100
Currimundi
69.4/100
Caloundra vs Currimundi, QLD suburb comparison
Caloundra for beach lifestyle; Currimundi for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CaloundraCurrimundi
Crime rate
Caloundra
26.8 / 1k
Currimundi
26.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caloundra
305
Currimundi
209
Population
Caloundra
3,932
Currimundi
6,570
Metric leadCaloundra 3Currimundi 61 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCurrimundi
- Best for beach lifestyleCaloundra
- Best for investmentCurrimundi
- Best for best valueCurrimundi
- Best for best schoolsCurrimundi
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 | Caloundra | Currimundi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 29.1/100 | 74.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.8 / 1k | 26.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 28 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 305 | 209 |
| Population | 3,932 | 6,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Caloundra is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Currimundi is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Caloundra tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Currimundi stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves. Caloundra generally means more approachable housing costs, while Currimundi leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Caloundra if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle; lean toward Currimundi for retirees and investors.