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Balmoral vs Hamilton

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Balmoral scores higher on 9 of 10 measures.

BalmoralHamilton
Active5214
Safety5638
Wealth8753
Value8845
Parks6657
Cafés1474
Transit8675
Green space3024
Active & healthy4632
Schools nearby (OSM)8142
Median rent$450/wk $430/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$2,077,500$2,460,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 20267162
Population4,1738,922
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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 Balmoral safer than Hamilton?

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

Which is cheaper, Balmoral or Hamilton?

Balmoral has the lower median house price of the two ($2,077,500 vs $2,460,000).

Should I live in Balmoral or Hamilton?

Balmoral scores higher on 9 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Balmoral or Hamilton.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →