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Albion vs Bowen Hills

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 1.3 km apart, on the same open data. Albion scores higher on 10 of 10 measures.

AlbionBowen Hills
Active8867
Safety384
Wealth4518
Value4412
Parks8423
Cafés9891
Transit8785
Green space3929
Active & healthy6754
Schools nearby (OSM)2818
Median rent$410/wk $390/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,455,000$3,775,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 20263128
Population3,4464,898
Full profile Albion in full Bowen Hills in full

Scores are percentiles across all 277 Brisbane suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Albion safer than Bowen Hills?

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

Which is cheaper, Albion or Bowen Hills?

Albion has the lower median house price of the two ($1,455,000 vs $3,775,000).

Should I live in Albion or Bowen Hills?

Albion scores higher on 10 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Albion or Bowen Hills.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →