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Belmont vs Wakerley

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 3.4 km apart, on the same open data. Belmont scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

BelmontWakerley
Active6246
Safety7067
Wealth8193
Value6884
Parks1390
Cafés1414
Transit1644
Green space1688
Active & healthy4744
Schools nearby (OSM)1031
Median rent$460/wk $510/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,630,000$1,590,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 202686139
Population4,4988,718
Full profile Belmont in full Wakerley 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 Belmont safer than Wakerley?

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

Which is cheaper, Belmont or Wakerley?

Wakerley has the lower median house price of the two ($1,590,000 vs $1,630,000).

Should I live in Belmont or Wakerley?

Belmont scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Belmont or Wakerley.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →