Overall score
Bendigo
71.4/100
Quarry Hill
49.4/100
Bendigo vs Quarry Hill, VIC suburb comparison
Bendigo for retirees and families; Quarry Hill for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BendigoQuarry Hill
Crime rate
Bendigo
653.7 / 1k
Quarry Hill
77.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bendigo
845
Quarry Hill
56
Population
Bendigo
5,652
Quarry Hill
2,365
Metric leadBendigo 7Quarry Hill 4across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBendigo
- Best for familiesBendigo
- Best for investmentQuarry Hill
- Best for best valueBendigo
- Best for best schoolsBendigo
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 | Bendigo | Quarry Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.4/100 | 49.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.5/100 | 71.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 653.7 / 1k | 77.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 82 | 19 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 845 | 56 |
| Planning activity | 309 | 60 |
| Population | 5,652 | 2,365 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bendigo is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Quarry Hill is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Bendigo tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Quarry Hill stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Bendigo suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Quarry Hill is the stronger match for investors.