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Fortitude Valley vs Spring Hill

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 1.2 km apart, on the same open data. Fortitude Valley scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

Fortitude ValleySpring Hill
Active2868
Safety42
Wealth2238
Value1635
Parks5229
Cafés9798
Transit9999
Green space860
Active & healthy3868
Schools nearby (OSM)8592
Median rent$400/wk $410/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)—$1,955,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026—23
Population9,7086,593
Full profile Fortitude Valley in full Spring Hill 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 Fortitude Valley safer than Spring Hill?

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

Should I live in Fortitude Valley or Spring Hill?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →