Overall score
Bentley Park
43.6/100
Edmonton
61.8/100
Edmonton for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bentley Park
43.6/100
Edmonton
61.8/100
Crime rate
Bentley Park
78.1 / 1k
Edmonton
78.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bentley Park
45
Edmonton
95
Population
Bentley Park
8,360
Edmonton
11,409
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 | Bentley Park | Edmonton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.6/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 78.1 / 1k | 78.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 22 | 15 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 66.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 95 |
| Population | 8,360 | 11,409 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Bentley Park is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Edmonton is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Bentley Park is stronger for parks and reserves; Edmonton answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Bentley Park suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Edmonton is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.