Overall score
Bundoora
72.2/100
Mill Park
69.6/100
Bundoora for retirees and families; Mill Park for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bundoora
72.2/100
Mill Park
69.6/100
Crime rate
Bundoora
80.7 / 1k
Mill Park
66.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bundoora
496
Mill Park
433
Population
Bundoora
28,068
Mill Park
28,712
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 | Bundoora | Mill Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.2/100 | 69.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.2/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.7 / 1k | 66.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 63 | 48 |
| Public transport stops | 137 | 153 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 496 | 433 |
| Planning activity | 87 | 32 |
| Population | 28,068 | 28,712 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Bundoora reads as a lively metro larger suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Mill Park is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Bundoora tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Mill Park stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Bundoora generally means more sought-after housing, while Mill Park leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Bundoora suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Mill Park is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.