Overall score
Enoggera
57.0/100
Ferny Grove
71.5/100
Enoggera for families and schools; Ferny Grove for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Enoggera
57.0/100
Ferny Grove
71.5/100
Crime rate
Enoggera
36.1 / 1k
Ferny Grove
10.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Enoggera
108
Ferny Grove
392
Population
Enoggera
5,849
Ferny Grove
5,871
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Enoggera | Ferny Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.0/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.1/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.1 / 1k | 10.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 22 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 108 | 392 |
| Population | 5,849 | 5,871 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Enoggera is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Ferny Grove is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Enoggera sits closer to the city centre, whereas Ferny Grove is in a middle-ring position.
Enoggera pulls ahead on public transport access, whereas Ferny Grove is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Enoggera suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Ferny Grove is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.