Overall score
Belhus
44.7/100
Upper Swan
48.7/100
Belhus for families and schools; Upper Swan for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belhus
44.7/100
Upper Swan
48.7/100
Crime rate
Belhus
43.1 / 1k
Upper Swan
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belhus
45
Upper Swan
17
Population
Belhus
264
Upper Swan
549
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 | Belhus | Upper Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.7/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.0/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 22 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 17 |
| Green cover | 4.1% | 13.9% |
| Population | 264 | 549 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Belhus reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Upper Swan is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Belhus sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Upper Swan is further out with more breathing room.
Belhus tends to lead on schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Upper Swan stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Choose Belhus if you are weighing retirees, families, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Upper Swan for investors and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.