Overall score
Bicheno
24.2/100
Swansea
26.0/100
Bicheno vs Swansea, TAS suburb comparison
Bicheno for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BichenoSwansea
Crime rate
Bicheno
821.5 / 1k
Swansea
864.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bicheno
0
Swansea
0
Population
Bicheno
1,049
Swansea
997
Metric leadBicheno 4Swansea 33 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Bicheno is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, while Swansea is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Bicheno pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Swansea is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Bicheno, while Swansea remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.