Overall score
Bangholme
41.7/100
Lyndhurst
45.5/100
Bangholme vs Lyndhurst, VIC suburb comparison
Bangholme for families and investment; Lyndhurst for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BangholmeLyndhurst
Crime rate
Bangholme
144.5 / 1k
Lyndhurst
50.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bangholme
1
Lyndhurst
25
Population
Bangholme
749
Lyndhurst
8,926
Metric leadBangholme 1Lyndhurst 91 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 | Bangholme | Lyndhurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.7/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 54.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 144.5 / 1k | 50.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 36 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 25 |
| Planning activity | 28 | 11 |
| Population | 749 | 8,926 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bangholme reads as a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace; Lyndhurst is a hillside established suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Bangholme pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Lyndhurst is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access. Bangholme generally means more approachable housing costs, while Lyndhurst leans toward more sought-after housing.
Bangholme suits families and investors more clearly, whereas Lyndhurst is the stronger match for retirees.