Overall score
Bolivar
17.6/100
Globe Derby Park
26.9/100
Globe Derby Park for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bolivar
17.6/100
Globe Derby Park
26.9/100
Crime rate
Bolivar
1116.5 / 1k
Globe Derby Park
142.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolivar
6
Globe Derby Park
12
Population
Bolivar
357
Globe Derby Park
360
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 | Bolivar | Globe Derby Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 17.6/100 | 26.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 84.3/100 | 55.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 1116.5 / 1k | 142.1 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 12 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 10 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 357 | 360 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Bolivar is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Globe Derby Park is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Bolivar tends to lead on walkability and a calmer planning outlook, while Globe Derby Park stands out for a quieter safety profile, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability. Bolivar generally means more sought-after housing, while Globe Derby Park leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Globe Derby Park, while Bolivar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.