Overall score
Brinsmead
54.3/100
Edge Hill
54.0/100
Brinsmead vs Edge Hill, QLD suburb comparison
Brinsmead for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BrinsmeadEdge Hill
Crime rate
Brinsmead
145.9 / 1k
Edge Hill
146.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brinsmead
72
Edge Hill
159
Population
Brinsmead
5,537
Edge Hill
4,088
Metric leadBrinsmead 5Edge Hill 22 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Brinsmead is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Edge Hill is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Brinsmead tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Edge Hill stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities. Brinsmead generally means more sought-after housing, while Edge Hill leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Brinsmead, while Edge Hill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.