Overall score
Bardon
78.0/100
Paddington
64.4/100
Bardon vs Paddington, QLD suburb comparison
Bardon for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BardonPaddington
Crime rate
Bardon
7.1 / 1k
Paddington
49.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bardon
394
Paddington
301
Population
Bardon
10,153
Paddington
9,063
Metric leadBardon 7Paddington 21 tiedacross 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 | Bardon | Paddington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 78.0/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.4/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.1 / 1k | 49.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 94 | 48 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 394 | 301 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 10,153 | 9,063 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bardon reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Paddington is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Bardon is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Paddington answers with walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bardon, while Paddington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.