Overall score
Brisbane City
55.6/100
East Brisbane
58.4/100
Brisbane City vs East Brisbane, QLD Suburb Comparison
Brisbane City for retirees; East Brisbane for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Brisbane CityEast Brisbane
Crime rate
Brisbane City
539.2 / 1k
East Brisbane
111.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brisbane City
1,590
East Brisbane
211
Population
Brisbane City
12,587
East Brisbane
6,186
Metric leadBrisbane City 6East Brisbane 33 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBrisbane City
- Best for familiesEast Brisbane
- Best for investmentEast Brisbane
- Best for best valueEast Brisbane
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.
| Category | Brisbane City | East Brisbane |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.6/100 | 58.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.0/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 539.2 / 1k | 111.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 14 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 23 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,590 | 211 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Green cover | 19.9% | 9.4% |
| Population | 12,587 | 6,186 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Brisbane City is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while East Brisbane is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Brisbane City tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while East Brisbane stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Brisbane City suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas East Brisbane is the stronger match for retirees and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.