Overall score
Bentley
59.7/100
Queens Park
54.9/100
Queens Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bentley
59.7/100
Queens Park
54.9/100
Crime rate
Bentley
1313.4 / 1k
Queens Park
1631.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bentley
340
Queens Park
130
Population
Bentley
9,051
Queens Park
7,268
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 | Queens Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.7/100 | 54.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.3/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1313.4 / 1k | 1631.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 27 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 91 | 56 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 340 | 130 |
| Population | 9,051 | 7,268 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 5/10 |
Bentley reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Queens Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Bentley pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Queens Park is the better pick for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Bentley sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Queens Park.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Queens Park, while Bentley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.