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Bendigo vs Golden Square, VIC suburb comparison

Bendigo for retirees and families; Golden Square for investment and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

BendigoGolden Square

Overall score

Bendigo

71.4/100

Golden Square

62.9/100

Crime rate

Bendigo

653.7 / 1k

Golden Square

92.4 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Bendigo

845

Golden Square

123

Population

Bendigo

5,652

Golden Square

9,220

Metric leadBendigo 7Golden Square 4across 11 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryBendigoGolden Square
Overall score71.4/10062.9/100
Housing (desirability)63.5/10080.9/100
Crime rate653.7 / 1k92.4 / 1k
Schools & preschools113
Parks & reserves105
Public transport stops8265
Walkability100.0/10082.0/100
Nearby amenities845123
Planning activity309134
Population5,6529,220
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)5/103/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Bendigo is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Golden Square is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.

Bendigo tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Golden Square stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Bendigo sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Golden Square.

Choose Bendigo if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Golden Square for investors and value-focused buyers.

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