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Lawnton vs Murrumba Downs

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 3.0 km apart, on the same open data. Lawnton scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

LawntonMurrumba Downs
Active2060
Safety4472
Wealth1133
Value2057
Parks4037
Cafés1414
Transit4742
Green space1626
Active & healthy2737
Schools nearby (OSM)7950
Median rent$320/wk $360/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$955,000$996,500
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026136365
Population5,90510,795
Full profile Lawnton in full Murrumba Downs 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 Lawnton safer than Murrumba Downs?

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

Which is cheaper, Lawnton or Murrumba Downs?

Lawnton has the lower median house price of the two ($955,000 vs $996,500).

Should I live in Lawnton or Murrumba Downs?

Lawnton scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Lawnton or Murrumba Downs.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →