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Gumdale vs Manly West

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 3.3 km apart, on the same open data. Gumdale scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

GumdaleManly West
Active7469
Safety7067
Wealth9849
Value8542
Parks1668
Cafés5536
Transit2664
Green space945
Active & healthy5843
Schools nearby (OSM)4472
Median rent$585/wk $430/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,630,000$1,315,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 202686153
Population2,29812,436
Full profile Gumdale in full Manly West 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 Gumdale safer than Manly West?

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

Which is cheaper, Gumdale or Manly West?

Manly West has the lower median house price of the two ($1,315,000 vs $1,630,000).

Should I live in Gumdale or Manly West?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →