Overall score
Bli Bli
58.8/100
Diddillibah
35.1/100
Bli Bli for value and schools; Diddillibah for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bli Bli
58.8/100
Diddillibah
35.1/100
Crime rate
Bli Bli
31.4 / 1k
Diddillibah
18.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bli Bli
55
Diddillibah
2
Population
Bli Bli
10,138
Diddillibah
1,703
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 | Bli Bli | Diddillibah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.8/100 | 35.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.4 / 1k | 18.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | — |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 2 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 2 |
| Population | 10,138 | 1,703 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Put side by side, Bli Bli is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Diddillibah is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Bli Bli sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Diddillibah is further out with more breathing room.
Bli Bli pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Diddillibah is the better pick for a quieter safety profile. On housing, Bli Bli sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Diddillibah.
Bli Bli suits value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Diddillibah is the stronger match for families.