Overall score
Aspley
64.8/100
Bridgeman Downs
48.9/100
Aspley for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aspley
64.8/100
Bridgeman Downs
48.9/100
Crime rate
Aspley
59.3 / 1k
Bridgeman Downs
18.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aspley
296
Bridgeman Downs
115
Population
Aspley
12,871
Bridgeman Downs
10,938
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aspley | Bridgeman Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.8/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.1/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.3 / 1k | 18.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 62 | 22 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 296 | 115 |
| Green cover | 13.1% | 8.0% |
| Population | 12,871 | 10,938 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Aspley is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Bridgeman Downs is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Bridgeman Downs sits among greener hillside streets, while Aspley keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Aspley tends to lead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, while Bridgeman Downs stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Choose Aspley if you are weighing families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Bridgeman Downs for retirees.
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.