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Anstead vs Karana Downs

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 4.3 km apart, on the same open data. Anstead scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

AnsteadKarana Downs
Active4744
Safety9315
Wealth9171
Value8882
Parks3956
Cafés1414
Transit41
Green space6558
Active & healthy3132
Schools nearby (OSM)823
Median rent$490/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$2,062,500$1,118,750
House sales in the 12 months to March 20268296
Population1,5223,800
Full profile Anstead in full Karana Downs 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 Anstead safer than Karana Downs?

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

Which is cheaper, Anstead or Karana Downs?

Karana Downs has the lower median house price of the two ($1,118,750 vs $2,062,500).

Should I live in Anstead or Karana Downs?

Anstead scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Anstead or Karana Downs.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →