Overall score
Bondi Beach
61.9/100
Bondi Junction
56.9/100
Bondi Beach vs Bondi Junction, NSW suburb comparison
Bondi Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bondi BeachBondi Junction
Crime rate
Bondi Beach
54.1 / 1k
Bondi Junction
156.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bondi Beach
581
Bondi Junction
483
Population
Bondi Beach
11,513
Bondi Junction
10,361
Metric leadBondi Beach 5Bondi Junction 42 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBondi Beach
- Best for familiesBondi Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleBondi Beach
- Best for investmentBondi Beach
- Best for best valueBondi Beach
- Best for best schoolsBondi Beach
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.
| Category | Bondi Beach | Bondi Junction |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.9/100 | 56.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 22.0/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.1 / 1k | 156.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 99 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 581 | 483 |
| Planning activity | 77 | 43 |
| Population | 11,513 | 10,361 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bondi Beach is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, and Bondi Junction is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Bondi Beach leans into coastal living, while Bondi Junction feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Bondi Beach is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Bondi Junction answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bondi Beach, while Bondi Junction remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.