Overall score
Buderim
61.6/100
Devonport
52.1/100
Buderim vs Devonport Suburb Comparison (QLD vs TAS)
Buderim for families and value; Devonport for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BuderimDevonport
Crime rate
Buderim
22.7 / 1k
Devonport
54.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Buderim
154
Devonport
331
Population
Buderim
31,430
Devonport
14,481
Metric leadBuderim 7Devonport 5across 12 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.
| Category | Buderim | Devonport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.6/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 70.5/100 | 79.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.7 / 1k | 54.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 59 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 78 | 73 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 154 | 331 |
| Green cover | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Population | 31,430 | 14,481 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
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, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves; Devonport answers with schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Buderim sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Devonport.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Buderim, while Devonport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.