Overall score
Gidgegannup
41.1/100
Upper Swan
48.7/100
Gidgegannup vs Upper Swan, WA Suburb Comparison
Gidgegannup for retirees; Upper Swan for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GidgegannupUpper Swan
Crime rate
Gidgegannup
43.1 / 1k
Upper Swan
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gidgegannup
5
Upper Swan
17
Population
Gidgegannup
2,818
Upper Swan
549
Metric leadGidgegannup 3Upper Swan 43 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGidgegannup
- Best for familiesUpper Swan
- Best for investmentUpper Swan
- Best for best valueUpper 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 | Gidgegannup | Upper Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.1/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.6/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 22 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 17 |
| Green cover | 40.6% | 13.9% |
| Population | 2,818 | 549 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Gidgegannup is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, while Upper Swan is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Gidgegannup sits among greener hillside streets, while Upper Swan keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Gidgegannup tends to lead on a larger local community and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Upper Swan stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Retirees may find Gidgegannup the better fit, while families are more likely to prefer Upper Swan.
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.