Overall score
Bungundarra
31.7/100
Pacific Heights
36.1/100
Pacific Heights for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bungundarra
31.7/100
Pacific Heights
36.1/100
Crime rate
Bungundarra
36.9 / 1k
Pacific Heights
37.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bungundarra
0
Pacific Heights
2
Population
Bungundarra
667
Pacific Heights
1,111
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 | Pacific Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.7/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.9/100 | 73.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.9 / 1k | 37.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 2 |
| Population | 667 | 1,111 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Bungundarra reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; Pacific Heights is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Pacific Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Bungundarra keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bungundarra tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Pacific Heights stands out for housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Bungundarra suits families more clearly, whereas Pacific Heights is the stronger match for retirees and investors.