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Gladstone Park vs Jacana

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.5 km apart, on the same open data. Gladstone Park scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

Gladstone ParkJacana
Active3726
Safety6141
Wealth127
Value816
Parks4330
Cafés2044
Transit1436
Green space8288
Active & healthy4245
Schools nearby (OSM)6264
Median rent$381/wk $335/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$850,000$660,000
House sales this quarter475
Population8,2132,187
Full profile Gladstone Park 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 Gladstone Park safer than Jacana?

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

Which is cheaper, Gladstone Park or Jacana?

Jacana has the lower median house price of the two ($660,000 vs $850,000).

Should I live in Gladstone Park or Jacana?

Gladstone Park scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Gladstone Park or Jacana.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →