Overall score
Bandiana
44.5/100
Bonegilla
52.2/100
Bandiana vs Bonegilla, VIC Suburb Comparison
Bandiana for retirees and families; Bonegilla for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BandianaBonegilla
Crime rate
Bandiana
34.8 / 1k
Bonegilla
22.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bandiana
55
Bonegilla
29
Population
Bandiana
855
Bonegilla
610
Metric leadBandiana 4Bonegilla 52 tiedacross 11 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 | Bandiana | Bonegilla |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.5/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.1/100 | 46.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.8 / 1k | 22.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 29 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 1 |
| Green cover | 12.4% | 2.9% |
| Population | 855 | 610 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bandiana reads as a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace; Bonegilla is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Bandiana is stronger for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and a larger local community; Bonegilla answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability. Bandiana generally means more approachable mid-market housing, while Bonegilla leans toward more sought-after housing.
Bandiana suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Bonegilla is the stronger match for retirees, families, and value-focused buyers.
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.