Overall score
Jane Brook
46.7/100
Middle Swan
41.8/100
Jane Brook for retirees and investment; Middle Swan for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Jane Brook
46.7/100
Middle Swan
41.8/100
Crime rate
Jane Brook
2531.3 / 1k
Middle Swan
3220.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jane Brook
13
Middle Swan
59
Population
Jane Brook
3,670
Middle Swan
2,852
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 | Middle Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 41.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 31.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 2531.3 / 1k | 3220.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 48 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 59 |
| Population | 3,670 | 2,852 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, Jane Brook is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, and Middle Swan is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Jane Brook is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Middle Swan answers with public transport access and walkability. Jane Brook generally means more sought-after housing, while Middle Swan leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Jane Brook suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Middle Swan is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.