Overall score
Bonogin
36.9/100
Mudgeeraba
52.7/100
Bonogin for retirees; Mudgeeraba for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bonogin
36.9/100
Mudgeeraba
52.7/100
Crime rate
Bonogin
24.0 / 1k
Mudgeeraba
23.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bonogin
13
Mudgeeraba
15
Population
Bonogin
4,896
Mudgeeraba
14,578
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 | Bonogin | Mudgeeraba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.9/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 24.0 / 1k | 23.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 25 |
| Public transport stops | — | 33 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 15 |
| Population | 4,896 | 14,578 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Bonogin reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm; Mudgeeraba is a settled metro established suburb that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Bonogin is stronger for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Mudgeeraba answers with parks and reserves and walkability.
Retirees may find Bonogin the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Mudgeeraba.