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Bundoora vs Macleod

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.2 km apart, on the same open data. Bundoora scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

BundooraMacleod
Active6222
Safety3391
Wealth2241
Value2557
Parks7083
Cafés6228
Transit2229
Green space8072
Active & healthy6339
Schools nearby (OSM)3138
Median rent$381/wk $396/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$950,000$1,101,000
House sales this quarter9931
Population28,0689,892
Full profile Bundoora in full Macleod in full

Scores are percentiles across all 216 Melbourne suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Bundoora safer than Macleod?

Macleod scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Bundoora or Macleod?

Bundoora has the lower median house price of the two ($950,000 vs $1,101,000).

Should I live in Bundoora or Macleod?

Bundoora scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Bundoora or Macleod.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →