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Calamvale vs Parkinson

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.7 km apart, on the same open data. Calamvale scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

CalamvaleParkinson
Active2028
Safety8787
Wealth3764
Value3346
Parks6020
Cafés6014
Transit5518
Green space6016
Active & healthy4529
Schools nearby (OSM)609
Median rent$410/wk $450/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,420,000$1,315,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026182181
Population17,99411,148
Full profile Calamvale in full Parkinson 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 Calamvale safer than Parkinson?

Calamvale and Parkinson score the same for safety on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Calamvale or Parkinson?

Parkinson has the lower median house price of the two ($1,315,000 vs $1,420,000).

Should I live in Calamvale or Parkinson?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →