Overall score
Ellenbrook
45.9/100
Upper Swan
48.7/100
Ellenbrook vs Upper Swan, WA Suburb Comparison
Ellenbrook 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
EllenbrookUpper Swan
Crime rate
Ellenbrook
44.4 / 1k
Upper Swan
44.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ellenbrook
245
Upper Swan
17
Population
Ellenbrook
24,668
Upper Swan
549
Metric leadEllenbrook 5Upper Swan 42 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesEllenbrook
- Best for familiesUpper Swan
- Best for best valueEllenbrook
- 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 | Ellenbrook | Upper Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.9/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.4 / 1k | 44.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 39 | — |
| Public transport stops | 129 | 22 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 245 | 17 |
| Green cover | 8.4% | 13.9% |
| Population | 24,668 | 549 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ellenbrook is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Upper Swan is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Ellenbrook sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Upper Swan is further out with more breathing room.
Ellenbrook tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, while Upper Swan stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Ellenbrook, while Upper Swan remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.