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Rochedale South vs Springwood

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.5 km apart, on the same open data. Rochedale South scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

Rochedale SouthSpringwood
Active628
Safety5353
Wealth4126
Value4733
Parks6664
Cafés4474
Transit7459
Green space2362
Active & healthy2755
Schools nearby (OSM)5266
Median rent$395/wk $380/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,102,000$1,125,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026245117
Population15,2289,710
Full profile Rochedale South in full Springwood 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 Rochedale South safer than Springwood?

Rochedale South and Springwood score the same for safety on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Rochedale South or Springwood?

Rochedale South has the lower median house price of the two ($1,102,000 vs $1,125,000).

Should I live in Rochedale South or Springwood?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →