Overall score
Brighton
61.6/100
Hove
56.9/100
Brighton vs Hove, SA suburb comparison
Brighton for beach lifestyle and value; Hove for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BrightonHove
Crime rate
Brighton
73.0 / 1k
Hove
35.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brighton
306
Hove
137
Population
Brighton
3,834
Hove
3,189
Metric leadBrighton 6Hove 21 tiedacross 9 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
Brighton reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; Hove is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
On the data, Brighton is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Hove answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors are more likely to prefer Brighton, while Hove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.