Overall score
Bushland Beach
46.3/100
Deeragun
43.1/100
Bushland Beach for retirees and families; Deeragun for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bushland Beach
46.3/100
Deeragun
43.1/100
Crime rate
Bushland Beach
41.9 / 1k
Deeragun
41.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bushland Beach
17
Deeragun
32
Population
Bushland Beach
6,641
Deeragun
4,273
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 | Bushland Beach | Deeragun |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.3/100 | 43.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 94.9/100 | 68.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 41.9 / 1k | 41.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 32 |
| Population | 6,641 | 4,273 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Bushland Beach reads as a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Deeragun is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Where Bushland Beach is shaped by the coast, Deeragun offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Bushland Beach tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Deeragun stands out for nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Bushland Beach sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Deeragun.
Retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Bushland Beach the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Deeragun.