Overall score
Bellara
46.1/100
Bongaree
69.0/100
Bellara vs Bongaree, QLD suburb comparison
Bongaree for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BellaraBongaree
Crime rate
Bellara
12.8 / 1k
Bongaree
13.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bellara
69
Bongaree
174
Population
Bellara
3,278
Bongaree
8,162
Metric leadBellara 1Bongaree 9across 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, Bellara is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, and Bongaree is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Bongaree is shaped by the coast, Bellara offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Bellara tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Bongaree stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
Bellara suits families more clearly, whereas Bongaree is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.