Overall score
Bunyip
55.9/100
Tynong North
40.5/100
Bunyip vs Tynong North, VIC suburb comparison
Bunyip for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BunyipTynong North
Crime rate
Bunyip
41.1 / 1k
Tynong North
98.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bunyip
34
Tynong North
3
Population
Bunyip
3,131
Tynong North
440
Metric leadBunyip 6Tynong North 2across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Bunyip | Tynong North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.9/100 | 40.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.2/100 | 59.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 41.1 / 1k | 98.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 5 | — |
| Walkability | 51.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 106 | 21 |
| Population | 3,131 | 440 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bunyip is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Tynong North is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Tynong North sits among greener hillside streets, while Bunyip keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Bunyip is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Tynong North answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Bunyip, while Tynong North remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.