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Bundoora vs Watsonia North

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Bundoora scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

BundooraWatsonia North
Active6240
Safety3385
Wealth2255
Value2570
Parks7062
Cafés627
Transit2218
Green space8041
Active & healthy6317
Schools nearby (OSM)3116
Median rent$381/wk $401/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$950,000$968,000
House sales this quarter9916
Population28,0683,799
Full profile Bundoora in full Watsonia North 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 Watsonia North?

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

Which is cheaper, Bundoora or Watsonia North?

Bundoora has the lower median house price of the two ($950,000 vs $968,000).

Should I live in Bundoora or Watsonia North?

Bundoora scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Bundoora or Watsonia North.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →