Overall score
Bellevue Heights
44.1/100
Pasadena
53.0/100
Bellevue Heights vs Pasadena, SA suburb comparison
Bellevue Heights for retirees and families; Pasadena for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bellevue HeightsPasadena
Crime rate
Bellevue Heights
9.2 / 1k
Pasadena
55.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bellevue Heights
28
Pasadena
174
Population
Bellevue Heights
2,712
Pasadena
3,073
Metric leadBellevue Heights 4Pasadena 51 tiedacross 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 retireesBellevue Heights
- Best for familiesBellevue Heights
- Best for investmentBellevue Heights
- Best for best valueBellevue Heights
- Best for best schoolsPasadena
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 | Bellevue Heights | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.1/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.5/100 | 28.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 9.2 / 1k | 55.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 16 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 28 | 174 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 26 |
| Population | 2,712 | 3,073 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Bellevue Heights reads as a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace; Pasadena is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Bellevue Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Pasadena keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bellevue Heights tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Pasadena stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Bellevue Heights suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Pasadena is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.