Overall score
Jane Brook
46.7/100
Koongamia
32.6/100
Jane Brook for retirees and investment; Koongamia for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Jane Brook
46.7/100
Koongamia
32.6/100
Crime rate
Jane Brook
2531.3 / 1k
Koongamia
8650.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jane Brook
13
Koongamia
21
Population
Jane Brook
3,670
Koongamia
985
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 | Jane Brook | Koongamia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 32.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 13.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2531.3 / 1k | 8650.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 10 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 17.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 21 |
| Population | 3,670 | 985 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Jane Brook is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, while Koongamia is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Jane Brook pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Koongamia is the better pick for nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Jane Brook sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Koongamia.
Jane Brook suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Koongamia is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.