Overall score
Bardon
78.0/100
Toowong
68.4/100
Bardon vs Toowong, QLD suburb comparison
Bardon for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BardonToowong
Crime rate
Bardon
7.1 / 1k
Toowong
38.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bardon
394
Toowong
518
Population
Bardon
10,153
Toowong
12,556
Metric leadBardon 5Toowong 32 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bardon is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Toowong 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; Toowong answers with schools and education options and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bardon, while Toowong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.