Overall score
East Bendigo
45.0/100
North Bendigo
51.0/100
East Bendigo vs North Bendigo, VIC suburb comparison
East Bendigo for investment; North Bendigo for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
East BendigoNorth Bendigo
Crime rate
East Bendigo
161.1 / 1k
North Bendigo
105.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
East Bendigo
35
North Bendigo
77
Population
East Bendigo
2,246
North Bendigo
4,277
Metric leadEast Bendigo 3North Bendigo 8across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesNorth Bendigo
- Best for investmentEast Bendigo
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 | East Bendigo | North Bendigo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.1/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 161.1 / 1k | 105.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 34 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 77 |
| Planning activity | 89 | 56 |
| Population | 2,246 | 4,277 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
East Bendigo is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while North Bendigo is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
East Bendigo pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas North Bendigo is the better pick for schools and education options and public transport access. On housing, East Bendigo sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in North Bendigo.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer East Bendigo, while North Bendigo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.