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North Booval vs Silkstone

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.9 km apart, on the same open data. North Booval scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

North BoovalSilkstone
Active1013
Safety022
Wealth98
Value2922
Parks5216
Cafés1457
Transit4155
Green space3730
Active & healthy2833
Schools nearby (OSM)1274
Median rent$295/wk $305/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$750,000$750,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026452452
Population3,0413,830
Full profile North Booval in full Silkstone 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 North Booval safer than Silkstone?

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

Which is cheaper, North Booval or Silkstone?

North Booval and Silkstone have the same median house price.

Should I live in North Booval or Silkstone?

North Booval scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for North Booval or Silkstone.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →