Best Suburbs for Retirees in Brisbane 2026
When you're choosing where to retire, safety, healthcare access and an easy lifestyle matter more than the commute. These Brisbane suburbs are ranked on low residential crime, proximity to hospitals and GPs, coastal access and everyday liveability. The ranking weights safety 35%, healthcare 25%, coast and climate 20% and liveability 20%.
Last updated 29 May 2026.
- 1RedcliffeQLD 4020 · Moreton Bay10,460 people99
- 2MargateQLD 4019 · Moreton Bay7,575 people98
- 3ClevelandQLD 4163 · Redland15,850 people96
- 4KallangurQLD 4503 · Moreton Bay21,761 people96
- 5Alexandra HillsQLD 4161 · Redland16,472 people95
- 6Murrumba DownsQLD 4503 · Moreton Bay10,795 people95
- 7North LakesQLD 4509 · Moreton Bay23,030 people95
- 8BirkdaleQLD 4159 · Redland14,816 people94
- 9Mango HillQLD 4509 · Moreton Bay14,921 people94
- 10OrmistonQLD 4160 · Redland6,379 people94
- 11Caboolture SouthQLD 4510 · Moreton Bay7,539 people93
- 12CapalabaQLD 4157 · Redland18,002 people93
- 13LawntonQLD 4501 · Moreton Bay5,905 people91
- 14Everton HillsQLD 4053 · Moreton Bay6,673 people90
- 15NewportQLD 4020 · Moreton Bay5,964 people90
- 16Bray ParkQLD 4500 · Moreton Bay10,271 people89
- 17Clontarf (Moreton Bay)QLD 4019 · Moreton Bay8,446 people89
- 18Kippa-RingQLD 4021 · Moreton Bay9,745 people89
- 19PetrieQLD 4502 · Moreton Bay8,722 people89
- 20Arana HillsQLD 4054 · Moreton Bay6,971 people88
Frequently asked questions
What are the safest suburbs for retirees in Brisbane?
Redcliffe tops SuburbCheck's retiree ranking for Brisbane, which leads on residential safety (safety score 99/100). Safety is the heaviest factor in the score, so the suburbs near the top are consistently low-crime.
Which suburbs have the best healthcare access?
Healthcare is 25% of the score, measured from the distance to the nearest public hospital and the number of GPs within reach. Each suburb profile lists its nearest hospital and the medical services nearby.
What should retirees look for when choosing a suburb?
Prioritise low crime, a hospital within easy reach, GPs and pharmacies close by, and walkable everyday amenities. Many retirees also value coastal access and a mild climate, both of which feed into this ranking.