Overall score
Bull Creek
62.0/100
Murdoch
60.5/100
Bull Creek vs Murdoch, WA suburb comparison
Bull Creek for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bull CreekMurdoch
Crime rate
Bull Creek
1465.5 / 1k
Murdoch
3411.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bull Creek
164
Murdoch
185
Population
Bull Creek
8,030
Murdoch
3,352
Metric leadBull Creek 7Murdoch 3across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBull Creek
- Best for familiesBull Creek
- Best for investmentBull Creek
- Best for best valueBull Creek
- Best for best schoolsBull Creek
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 | Bull Creek | Murdoch |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.0/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.2/100 | 30.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 1465.5 / 1k | 3411.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 47 |
| Walkability | 83.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 164 | 185 |
| Population | 8,030 | 3,352 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bull Creek is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Murdoch is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Bull Creek is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Murdoch answers with public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bull Creek, while Murdoch remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.