Overall score
Kuluin
37.6/100
Maroochydore
71.3/100
Kuluin vs Maroochydore, QLD suburb comparison
Maroochydore for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KuluinMaroochydore
Crime rate
Kuluin
77.3 / 1k
Maroochydore
77.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kuluin
48
Maroochydore
539
Population
Kuluin
2,700
Maroochydore
20,629
Metric leadKuluin 0Maroochydore 10across 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 familiesMaroochydore
- Best for beach lifestyleMaroochydore
- Best for investmentMaroochydore
- Best for best valueMaroochydore
- Best for best schoolsMaroochydore
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 | Kuluin | Maroochydore |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.6/100 | 71.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.8/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.3 / 1k | 77.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 63 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 59 |
| Walkability | 14.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 539 |
| Population | 2,700 | 20,629 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Kuluin reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Maroochydore is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Maroochydore leans into coastal living, while Kuluin feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Kuluin is stronger for good access to parks; Maroochydore answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Kuluin sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Maroochydore.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Maroochydore, while Kuluin remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.