Overall score
Nerang
49.7/100
Pacific Pines
68.8/100
Nerang vs Pacific Pines, QLD suburb comparison
Pacific Pines for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NerangPacific Pines
Crime rate
Nerang
35.5 / 1k
Pacific Pines
35.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nerang
7
Pacific Pines
206
Population
Nerang
17,048
Pacific Pines
16,664
Metric leadNerang 3Pacific Pines 52 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 retireesPacific Pines
- Best for familiesPacific Pines
- Best for best valuePacific Pines
- Best for best schoolsPacific Pines
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 | Nerang | Pacific Pines |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.7/100 | 68.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 35.5 / 1k | 35.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 32 | 20 |
| Public transport stops | 58 | 54 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 7 | 206 |
| Population | 17,048 | 16,664 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Nerang is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, and Pacific Pines is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Nerang sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Pacific Pines is in a middle-ring position.
Nerang tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Pacific Pines stands out for schools and education options and walkability. On housing, Nerang sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Pacific Pines.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Pacific Pines, while Nerang remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.