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South Ripley vs White Rock

Two neighbouring Brisbane suburbs, 3.9 km apart, on the same open data. South Ripley scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

South RipleyWhite Rock
Active4444
Safety2929
Wealth6312
Value8116
Parks422
Cafés3814
Transit36
Green space5058
Active & healthy5230
Schools nearby (OSM)148
Median rent$390/wk $340/wk
Median house price (Apr 2025–Mar 2026)$870,000$652,500
House sales in the 12 months to March 202670973
Population4,0694,918
Full profile South Ripley in full White Rock 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 South Ripley safer than White Rock?

South Ripley and White Rock score the same for safety on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, South Ripley or White Rock?

White Rock has the lower median house price of the two ($652,500 vs $870,000).

Should I live in South Ripley or White Rock?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Brisbane suburbs →