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Redcliffe vs Scarborough

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.6 km apart, on the same open data. Redcliffe scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

RedcliffeScarborough
Active7540
Safety4242
Wealth39
Value16
Parks5142
Cafés8264
Transit7775
Green space4210
Active & healthy6132
Schools nearby (OSM)7094
Median rent$335/wk $350/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$999,000$1,370,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026167349
Population10,4609,178
Full profile Redcliffe in full Scarborough 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 Redcliffe safer than Scarborough?

Redcliffe and Scarborough score the same for safety on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Redcliffe or Scarborough?

Redcliffe has the lower median house price of the two ($999,000 vs $1,370,000).

Should I live in Redcliffe or Scarborough?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →