Overall score
Bonnells Bay
51.8/100
Yarrawonga Park
22.9/100
Bonnells Bay vs Yarrawonga Park, NSW suburb comparison
Bonnells Bay for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bonnells BayYarrawonga Park
Crime rate
Bonnells Bay
76.5 / 1k
Yarrawonga Park
75.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bonnells Bay
49
Yarrawonga Park
2
Population
Bonnells Bay
4,066
Yarrawonga Park
390
Metric leadBonnells Bay 8Yarrawonga Park 2across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBonnells Bay
- Best for familiesBonnells Bay
- Best for investmentBonnells Bay
- Best for best valueBonnells Bay
- Best for best schoolsBonnells Bay
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 | Bonnells Bay | Yarrawonga Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.8/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.4/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 76.5 / 1k | 75.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 62 | 4 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 49 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 3 |
| Population | 4,066 | 390 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bonnells Bay is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Yarrawonga Park is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm. Bonnells Bay sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Yarrawonga Park is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Bonnells Bay is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Yarrawonga Park answers with a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Bonnells Bay sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Yarrawonga Park.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Bonnells Bay, while Yarrawonga Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.