Overall score
Bicheno
24.2/100
Lorne
31.8/100
Bicheno vs Lorne suburb comparison (TAS vs VIC)
Lorne for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BichenoLorne
Crime rate
Bicheno
821.5 / 1k
Lorne
56.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bicheno
0
Lorne
1
Population
Bicheno
1,049
Lorne
1,327
Metric leadBicheno 2Lorne 53 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Across states, Bicheno is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, whereas Lorne is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Bicheno sits more remote from the capital, whereas Lorne is on a more distant stretch of coast.
On the data, Bicheno is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Lorne answers with a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities. Bicheno generally means more approachable housing costs, while Lorne leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Lorne, while Bicheno remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.