Overall score
Bonnet Hill
48.1/100
Huntingfield
45.1/100
Bonnet Hill for retirees; Huntingfield for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bonnet Hill
48.1/100
Huntingfield
45.1/100
Crime rate
Bonnet Hill
2765.7 / 1k
Huntingfield
2435.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bonnet Hill
25
Huntingfield
26
Population
Bonnet Hill
515
Huntingfield
540
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 | Bonnet Hill | Huntingfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.1/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2765.7 / 1k | 2435.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 3 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 6.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 26 |
| Population | 515 | 540 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Bonnet Hill is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Huntingfield is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Bonnet Hill sits closer to the city centre, whereas Huntingfield is in a middle-ring position.
Bonnet Hill tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Huntingfield stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Bonnet Hill generally means more sought-after housing, while Huntingfield leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Retirees may find Bonnet Hill the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Huntingfield.