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Runcorn vs Sunnybank Hills

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 2.7 km apart, on the same open data. Runcorn scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

RuncornSunnybank Hills
Active5659
Safety5023
Wealth2725
Value2419
Parks7472
Cafés4433
Transit6370
Green space5441
Active & healthy5847
Schools nearby (OSM)6060
Median rent$400/wk $410/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$1,187,500$1,342,000
House sales in the 12 months to March 2026112180
Population14,19918,085
Full profile Runcorn in full Sunnybank Hills 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 Runcorn safer than Sunnybank Hills?

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

Which is cheaper, Runcorn or Sunnybank Hills?

Runcorn has the lower median house price of the two ($1,187,500 vs $1,342,000).

Should I live in Runcorn or Sunnybank Hills?

Runcorn scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Runcorn or Sunnybank Hills.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →