Overall score
Brookfield
52.6/100
Harkness
55.3/100
Brookfield vs Harkness, VIC suburb comparison
Harkness for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BrookfieldHarkness
Crime rate
Brookfield
45.6 / 1k
Harkness
44.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brookfield
35
Harkness
32
Population
Brookfield
10,782
Harkness
12,463
Metric leadBrookfield 4Harkness 43 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Brookfield | Harkness |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.6/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 45.6 / 1k | 44.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 33 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 19 |
| Population | 10,782 | 12,463 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Brookfield is a settled metro established suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Harkness is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Brookfield tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while Harkness stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Harkness, while Brookfield remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.