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Dakabin vs North Lakes

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.8 km apart, on the same open data. Dakabin scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

DakabinNorth Lakes
Active4674
Safety4472
Wealth2356
Value3953
Parks3895
Cafés6681
Transit2933
Green space5058
Active & healthy6159
Schools nearby (OSM)6442
Median rent$360/wk $420/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$863,250$1,005,500
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026333376
Population5,27523,030
Full profile Dakabin in full North Lakes 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 Dakabin safer than North Lakes?

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

Which is cheaper, Dakabin or North Lakes?

Dakabin has the lower median house price of the two ($863,250 vs $1,005,500).

Should I live in Dakabin or North Lakes?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →