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Darra vs Oxley

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.5 km apart, on the same open data. Darra scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

DarraOxley
Active8636
Safety2789
Wealth1962
Value2875
Parks4072
Cafés4434
Transit5147
Green space4946
Active & healthy5841
Schools nearby (OSM)7650
Median rent$350/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$934,000$1,080,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 202675138
Population4,0989,100
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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 Darra safer than Oxley?

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

Which is cheaper, Darra or Oxley?

Darra has the lower median house price of the two ($934,000 vs $1,080,000).

Should I live in Darra or Oxley?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →