Overall score
Auburn
62.6/100
Buderim
77.2/100
Auburn vs Buderim suburb comparison (NSW vs QLD)
Buderim for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AuburnBuderim
Crime rate
Auburn
58.7 / 1k
Buderim
13.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Auburn
312
Buderim
142
Population
Auburn
39,333
Buderim
31,430
Metric leadAuburn 5Buderim 5across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Auburn | Buderim |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.6/100 | 77.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.7 / 1k | 13.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 59 |
| Public transport stops | 309 | 78 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 312 | 142 |
| Planning activity | 57 | — |
| Population | 39,333 | 31,430 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Auburn (NSW) is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Buderim (QLD) is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Auburn pulls ahead on schools and education options and public transport access, whereas Buderim is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Auburn generally means more approachable housing costs, while Buderim leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Buderim, while Auburn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.