Overall score
Bungundarra
39.6/100
Farnborough
35.0/100
Bungundarra for retirees and families; Farnborough for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bungundarra
39.6/100
Farnborough
35.0/100
Crime rate
Bungundarra
64.0 / 1k
Farnborough
62.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bungundarra
0
Farnborough
4
Population
Bungundarra
667
Farnborough
469
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 | Bungundarra | Farnborough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.6/100 | 35.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.5/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.0 / 1k | 62.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 4 |
| Green cover | 13.3% | 8.0% |
| Population | 667 | 469 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 6/10 |
Bungundarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Farnborough is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Where Farnborough is shaped by the coast, Bungundarra offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Bungundarra tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability, while Farnborough stands out for nearby cafés and amenities, plus stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Choose Bungundarra if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Farnborough for people chasing a beach lifestyle and households prioritising schools.
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.