Overall score
Brigadoon
43.7/100
Upper Swan
48.7/100
Brigadoon vs Upper Swan, WA Suburb Comparison
Brigadoon for retirees and value; Upper Swan for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BrigadoonUpper Swan
Crime rate
Brigadoon
43.1 / 1k
Upper Swan
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brigadoon
3
Upper Swan
17
Population
Brigadoon
1,025
Upper Swan
549
Metric leadBrigadoon 3Upper Swan 42 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBrigadoon
- Best for familiesUpper Swan
- Best for best valueBrigadoon
- Best for best schoolsUpper Swan
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 | Brigadoon | Upper Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.7/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.1/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 22 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 17 |
| Green cover | 42.9% | 13.9% |
| Population | 1,025 | 549 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Brigadoon reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Upper Swan is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Brigadoon sits among greener hillside streets, while Upper Swan keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Brigadoon pulls ahead on housing affordability, overall desirability, and a larger local community, whereas Upper Swan is the better pick for walkability, plus nearby cafés and amenities.
Brigadoon suits retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Upper Swan is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
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.