Overall score
Bunya
49.3/100
Ferny Hills
64.4/100
Bunya vs Ferny Hills, QLD suburb comparison
Ferny Hills for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BunyaFerny Hills
Crime rate
Bunya
10.9 / 1k
Ferny Hills
10.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bunya
41
Ferny Hills
97
Population
Bunya
1,968
Ferny Hills
8,726
Metric leadBunya 1Ferny Hills 62 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for best valueFerny Hills
- Best for best schoolsFerny Hills
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 | Bunya | Ferny Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.3/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.9 / 1k | 10.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 32 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 97 |
| Population | 1,968 | 8,726 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bunya is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Ferny Hills is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks. Ferny Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Bunya keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bunya tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Ferny Hills stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Ferny Hills, while Bunya remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.