Overall score
Bellevue
44.4/100
Stratton
48.3/100
Bellevue for retirees and families; Stratton for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bellevue
44.4/100
Stratton
48.3/100
Crime rate
Bellevue
6149.8 / 1k
Stratton
2840.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bellevue
51
Stratton
40
Population
Bellevue
1,514
Stratton
3,267
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Bellevue | Stratton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.4/100 | 48.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 6149.8 / 1k | 2840.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 31 |
| Walkability | 73.5/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 51 | 40 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 1,514 | 3,267 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Bellevue is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Stratton is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Bellevue tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Stratton stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Bellevue if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Stratton for investors and value-focused buyers.