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Chelmer vs Indooroopilly

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 0.8 km apart, on the same open data. Chelmer scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

ChelmerIndooroopilly
Active2684
Safety8993
Wealth9754
Value9742
Parks5461
Cafés1491
Transit3775
Green space3259
Active & healthy3674
Schools nearby (OSM)8386
Median rent$490/wk $440/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,450,000$1,820,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026200131
Population3,32513,622
Full profile Chelmer in full Indooroopilly 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 Chelmer safer than Indooroopilly?

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

Which is cheaper, Chelmer or Indooroopilly?

Chelmer has the lower median house price of the two ($1,450,000 vs $1,820,000).

Should I live in Chelmer or Indooroopilly?

Chelmer scores higher on 2 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Chelmer or Indooroopilly.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →