Overall score
Brookdale
42.5/100
Seville Grove
50.1/100
Brookdale for families and schools; Seville Grove for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Brookdale
42.5/100
Seville Grove
50.1/100
Crime rate
Brookdale
3551.7 / 1k
Seville Grove
1023.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brookdale
24
Seville Grove
62
Population
Brookdale
2,968
Seville Grove
11,408
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 | Brookdale | Seville Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.5/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3551.7 / 1k | 1023.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 47 |
| Walkability | 24.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 62 |
| Population | 2,968 | 11,408 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Brookdale is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, while Seville Grove is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Brookdale sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Seville Grove is in a middle-ring position.
Brookdale tends to lead on relatively affordable housing and improving crime trends, while Seville Grove stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Brookdale suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Seville Grove is the stronger match for retirees and value-focused buyers.