Overall score
Buderim
77.2/100
Devonport
71.3/100
Buderim vs Devonport suburb comparison (QLD vs TAS)
Buderim for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BuderimDevonport
Crime rate
Buderim
13.5 / 1k
Devonport
165.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Buderim
142
Devonport
321
Population
Buderim
31,430
Devonport
14,481
Metric leadBuderim 7Devonport 3across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Across states, Buderim is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, whereas Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Buderim sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Devonport is further into the wider countryside.
On the data, Buderim is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Devonport answers with schools and education options and walkability. On housing, Buderim sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Devonport.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Buderim, while Devonport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.