Overall score
Sydney
58.3/100
Brisbane City
55.6/100
Sydney vs Brisbane City Suburb Comparison (NSW vs QLD)
Sydney for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SydneyBrisbane City
Crime rate
Sydney
450.7 / 1k
Brisbane City
532.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sydney
4,123
Brisbane City
1,590
Population
Sydney
16,667
Brisbane City
12,587
Metric leadSydney 6Brisbane City 34 tiedacross 13 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.
| Category | Sydney | Brisbane City |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.3/100 | 55.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.0/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 450.7 / 1k | 532.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 20 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 343 | 148 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4,123 | 1,590 |
| Planning activity | 334 | 1 |
| Green cover | 14.2% | 19.9% |
| Population | 16,667 | 12,587 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Sydney (NSW) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Brisbane City (QLD) is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Sydney is stronger for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities; Brisbane City answers with parks and reserves, plus a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families, investors, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Sydney, while Brisbane City remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.