Overall score
Peregian Springs
54.6/100
Point Arkwright
41.2/100
Peregian Springs vs Point Arkwright, QLD Suburb Comparison
Peregian Springs for value and schools; Point Arkwright for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Peregian SpringsPoint Arkwright
Crime rate
Peregian Springs
19.3 / 1k
Point Arkwright
20.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Peregian Springs
90
Point Arkwright
16
Population
Peregian Springs
9,532
Point Arkwright
309
Metric leadPeregian Springs 8Point Arkwright 01 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for beach lifestylePoint Arkwright
- Best for investmentPoint Arkwright
- Best for best valuePeregian Springs
- Best for best schoolsPeregian Springs
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 | Peregian Springs | Point Arkwright |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.6/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.0/100 | 48.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.3 / 1k | 20.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | — |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 90 | 16 |
| Green cover | 24.4% | 2.0% |
| Population | 9,532 | 309 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Peregian Springs is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Point Arkwright is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Point Arkwright is shaped by the coast, Peregian Springs offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Peregian Springs tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and walkability, while Point Arkwright stands out for easy access to the coast. Peregian Springs generally means more sought-after housing, while Point Arkwright leans toward housing toward the upper end of the market.
Choose Peregian Springs if you are weighing retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Point Arkwright for families and people chasing a beach lifestyle.
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.