Overall score
Bugle Ranges
41.4/100
Wistow
29.7/100
Bugle Ranges for retirees and families; Wistow for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bugle Ranges
41.4/100
Wistow
29.7/100
Crime rate
Bugle Ranges
6.2 / 1k
Wistow
31.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bugle Ranges
1
Wistow
0
Population
Bugle Ranges
289
Wistow
285
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 | Bugle Ranges | Wistow |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.4/100 | 29.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.3/100 | 57.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 6.2 / 1k | 31.2 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 13 |
| Population | 289 | 285 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Bugle Ranges reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Wistow is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Bugle Ranges sits among greener hillside streets, while Wistow keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bugle Ranges tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, while Wistow stands out for housing affordability and walkability.
Retirees and families may find Bugle Ranges the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wistow.