Overall score
Kalimna
32.6/100
Lake Bunga
22.7/100
Kalimna vs Lake Bunga, VIC suburb comparison
Kalimna for investment and value; Lake Bunga for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KalimnaLake Bunga
Crime rate
Kalimna
104.9 / 1k
Lake Bunga
82.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kalimna
24
Lake Bunga
1
Population
Kalimna
1,350
Lake Bunga
408
Metric leadKalimna 5Lake Bunga 3across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLake Bunga
- Best for familiesLake Bunga
- Best for investmentKalimna
- Best for best valueKalimna
- Best for best schoolsLake Bunga
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 | Kalimna | Lake Bunga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 22.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.2/100 | 28.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 104.9 / 1k | 82.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | — |
| Walkability | 24.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 13 |
| Population | 1,350 | 408 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Kalimna is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Lake Bunga is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Kalimna tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Lake Bunga stands out for a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Kalimna suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Lake Bunga is the stronger match for retirees and families.