Highgate Hill vs South Brisbane
The verdict
South Brisbane rates higher for transport (98 vs 88). South Brisbane has a shorter estimated CBD commute (10 vs 18 min).
Scores
Highgate HillSouth Brisbane
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 96 |
| Transport | 88 | 98 |
| Education | 91 | 89 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,229 | 14,292 |
| Median age | 37 | 29 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,937 | $1,818 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 65.6% | 59.4% |
| Born in Australia | 61.9% | 39.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 1.9 |
Growth: Highgate Hill — · South Brisbane —
Property
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 66 | 66 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 931 | 931 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 417 | 413 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,145 | 6,145 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 4 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,144 |
See the full school list on each profile: Highgate Hill · South Brisbane
Transport
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 88 | 98 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 33 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 18 | 10 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 870 m | 400 m |
Liveability
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 7 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 8 | 133 |
| Parks | 7 | 14 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 56 | 17 |
| Medical GPs | 4 | 8 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 15.6 km | 14.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 2.1 km | 1.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 980 m | 890 m |
Population & growth
| Highgate Hill | South Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,229 | 14,292 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,065 | 17,177 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 3.20% | 4.70% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Highgate Hill or South Brisbane?
Highgate Hill and South Brisbane have similar residential safety scores (66 and 66/100).
Which has better public transport, Highgate Hill or South Brisbane?
South Brisbane has the higher transport score (Highgate Hill 88/100 vs South Brisbane 98/100).
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