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Bellbowrie vs Westlake

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.9 km apart, on the same open data. Bellbowrie scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

BellbowrieWestlake
Active3820
Safety9327
Wealth7788
Value7248
Parks4644
Cafés4414
Transit1627
Green space4355
Active & healthy3829
Schools nearby (OSM)1416
Median rent$440/wk $550/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,200,000$1,449,888
House sales in the 12 months to March 202617950
Population5,4954,547
Full profile Bellbowrie in full Westlake 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 Bellbowrie safer than Westlake?

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

Which is cheaper, Bellbowrie or Westlake?

Bellbowrie has the lower median house price of the two ($1,200,000 vs $1,449,888).

Should I live in Bellbowrie or Westlake?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →