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Attwood vs Jacana

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 3.3 km apart, on the same open data. Attwood scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

AttwoodJacana
Active7726
Safety8841
Wealth707
Value9716
Parks4330
Cafés744
Transit136
Green space7088
Active & healthy5245
Schools nearby (OSM)464
Median rent$358/wk $335/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$895,000$660,000
House sales this quarter165
Population3,3092,187
Full profile Attwood in full Jacana in full

Scores are percentiles across all 216 Melbourne suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Attwood safer than Jacana?

Attwood scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Attwood or Jacana?

Jacana has the lower median house price of the two ($660,000 vs $895,000).

Should I live in Attwood or Jacana?

Attwood scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Attwood or Jacana.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →