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Chuwar vs Karalee

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 4.5 km apart, on the same open data. Chuwar scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

ChuwarKaralee
Active2916
Safety1515
Wealth7084
Value9493
Parks344
Cafés5814
Transit65
Green space6731
Active & healthy5925
Schools nearby (OSM)747
Median rent$350/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,111,500$1,150,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 202660133
Population2,1785,521
Full profile Chuwar in full Karalee 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 Chuwar safer than Karalee?

Chuwar and Karalee score the same for safety on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Chuwar or Karalee?

Chuwar has the lower median house price of the two ($1,111,500 vs $1,150,000).

Should I live in Chuwar or Karalee?

Chuwar scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Chuwar or Karalee.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →