Overall score
Baulkham Hills
69.5/100
Buderim
77.2/100
Baulkham Hills vs Buderim suburb comparison (NSW vs QLD)
Buderim for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Baulkham HillsBuderim
Crime rate
Baulkham Hills
22.1 / 1k
Buderim
13.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Baulkham Hills
285
Buderim
142
Population
Baulkham Hills
37,415
Buderim
31,430
Metric leadBaulkham Hills 5Buderim 41 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 | Baulkham Hills | Buderim |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.5/100 | 77.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.1 / 1k | 13.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 59 |
| Public transport stops | 460 | 78 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 285 | 142 |
| Planning activity | 66 | — |
| Population | 37,415 | 31,430 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Baulkham Hills (NSW) is a hillside larger suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Buderim (QLD) is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Baulkham Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Buderim keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Baulkham Hills tends to lead on schools and education options and public transport access, while Buderim stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Buderim, while Baulkham Hills remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.