Overall score
Coomera
66.5/100
Hope Island
47.3/100
Coomera for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Coomera
66.5/100
Hope Island
47.3/100
Crime rate
Coomera
29.7 / 1k
Hope Island
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coomera
111
Hope Island
246
Population
Coomera
20,225
Hope Island
14,522
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Coomera | Hope Island |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.5/100 | 47.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 10.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.7 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 64 | 21 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 111 | 246 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 20,225 | 14,522 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Coomera reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Hope Island is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Coomera is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Hope Island answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Coomera, while Hope Island remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.