Overall score
Doonan
47.6/100
Peregian Springs
54.6/100
Doonan vs Peregian Springs, QLD Suburb Comparison
Doonan for schools; Peregian Springs for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DoonanPeregian Springs
Crime rate
Doonan
37.4 / 1k
Peregian Springs
19.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Doonan
15
Peregian Springs
90
Population
Doonan
3,727
Peregian Springs
9,532
Metric leadDoonan 1Peregian Springs 81 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 retireesPeregian Springs
- Best for familiesPeregian Springs
- Best for best valuePeregian Springs
- Best for best schoolsDoonan
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 | Doonan | Peregian Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.6/100 | 54.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.9/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 37.4 / 1k | 19.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 22 |
| Walkability | 4.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 90 |
| Green cover | 11.4% | 24.4% |
| Population | 3,727 | 9,532 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Doonan reads as a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm; Peregian Springs is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Doonan sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Peregian Springs is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Doonan is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Peregian Springs answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Peregian Springs, while Doonan 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.