Overall score
Aspendale
60.9/100
Bonbeach
51.1/100
Aspendale vs Bonbeach, VIC Suburb Comparison
Aspendale for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AspendaleBonbeach
Crime rate
Aspendale
43.8 / 1k
Bonbeach
36.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspendale
228
Bonbeach
83
Population
Aspendale
7,285
Bonbeach
6,855
Metric leadAspendale 8Bonbeach 41 tiedacross 13 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 lifestyleAspendale
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 | Aspendale | Bonbeach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.9/100 | 51.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.7/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.8 / 1k | 36.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 33 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 228 | 83 |
| Planning activity | 93 | 69 |
| Green cover | 8.6% | 3.8% |
| Population | 7,285 | 6,855 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Aspendale is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Bonbeach is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
On the data, Aspendale is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Bonbeach answers with a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and a calmer planning outlook.
Aspendale suits people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Bonbeach is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
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.