Alexandra Headland vs Maroochydore
The verdict
Alexandra Headland rates higher for transport (41 vs 29). Alexandra Headland is closer to the coast (460 m vs 2.1 km).
Scores
Alexandra HeadlandMaroochydore
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 69 | 63 |
| Transport | 41 | 29 |
| Education | 66 | 61 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,235 | 20,629 |
| Median age | 47 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,682 | $1,360 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.3% | 32.9% |
| Born in Australia | 72.5% | 67.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Growth: Alexandra Headland — · Maroochydore —
Property
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | $850 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 378 | 373 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 189 | 189 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,352 | 5,352 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 5 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,029 |
See the full school list on each profile: Alexandra Headland · Maroochydore
Transport
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 41 | 29 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 16 | 59 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 232 | 237 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 13.9 km | 11.7 km |
Liveability
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.5°C | 28.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 9 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 43 |
| Parks | 13 | 75 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | 24 | 57 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 7 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 460 m | 2.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 89.2 km | 91.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 440 m | 1.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.8 km | 3.6 km |
Population & growth
| Alexandra Headland | Maroochydore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,235 | 20,629 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,393 | 22,507 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 0.92% | 2.20% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Alexandra Headland or Maroochydore?
Alexandra Headland and Maroochydore have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which has better public transport, Alexandra Headland or Maroochydore?
Alexandra Headland has the higher transport score (Alexandra Headland 41/100 vs Maroochydore 29/100).
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