Overall score
Boneo
43.7/100
St Andrews Beach
34.5/100
Boneo vs St Andrews Beach, VIC suburb comparison
Boneo for value and schools; St Andrews Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BoneoSt Andrews Beach
Crime rate
Boneo
65.1 / 1k
St Andrews Beach
10.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Boneo
2
St Andrews Beach
14
Population
Boneo
314
St Andrews Beach
974
Metric leadBoneo 2St Andrews Beach 6across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSt Andrews Beach
- Best for familiesSt Andrews Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleSt Andrews Beach
- Best for investmentSt Andrews Beach
- Best for best valueBoneo
- Best for best schoolsBoneo
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 | Boneo | St Andrews Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.7/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 17.9/100 | 19.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 65.1 / 1k | 10.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | — | 7 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 12.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 14 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 58 |
| Population | 314 | 974 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Boneo is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, while St Andrews Beach is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Where St Andrews Beach is shaped by the coast, Boneo offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Boneo tends to lead on overall desirability and a calmer planning outlook, while St Andrews Beach stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Boneo suits retirees and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas St Andrews Beach is the stronger match for families and people chasing a beach lifestyle.