Overall score
Bannockburn
59.3/100
Lethbridge
37.6/100
Bannockburn vs Lethbridge, VIC suburb comparison
Bannockburn for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BannockburnLethbridge
Crime rate
Bannockburn
26.2 / 1k
Lethbridge
14.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bannockburn
49
Lethbridge
0
Population
Bannockburn
6,470
Lethbridge
1,181
Metric leadBannockburn 8Lethbridge 2across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBannockburn
- Best for familiesBannockburn
- Best for investmentBannockburn
- Best for best valueBannockburn
- Best for best schoolsBannockburn
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 | Bannockburn | Lethbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.3/100 | 37.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 89.4/100 | 78.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.2 / 1k | 14.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | — |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 2 |
| Walkability | 54.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 49 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 120 | 44 |
| Population | 6,470 | 1,181 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bannockburn is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Lethbridge is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Lethbridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Bannockburn keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bannockburn tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Lethbridge stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Bannockburn, while Lethbridge remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.