Many couples decide to leave expensive, busy cities such as Sydney and Melbourne when they start a family, and Brisbane is a popular choice for those looking for a more relaxed spot to bring up their kids.<\/strong><\/p>\n But choosing a place to live when you have children comes with added complications you might not have considered when it was just the two of you, such as where the closest childcare centres are, which schools have a good (and bad) reputation, and how many parks and sporting facilities are nearby.<\/p>\n There are definitely some areas of Brisbane that parents would prefer to avoid, so how do you choose the right suburb for your family?<\/p>\n We\u2019ve looked at amenities, schools, house prices and crime rates to help you decide.<\/p>\n Location: Around 15 minutes drive south of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n An abundance of schooling options and a vibrant atmosphere make Coorparoo an excellent place to raise a family.<\/p>\n The median house price for a three-bedroom home is just shy of $850,000, but you can pick up a unit for around $600,000.<\/p>\n Parents can choose from private, Catholic and state schools here, and the suburb is a mix of around half renters, half owner-occupiers, giving it a bit more of a younger, trendy feel \u2013 perfect for teens and young adults.<\/p>\n The crime rate in Coorparoo is 60 incidents per 1,000 homes, which is less than half the average for Queensland.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4101<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: A few minutes drive south of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n While there aren\u2019t any local primary schools, there\u2019s Brisbane State High School, along with the P-12 girls\u2019 school Somerville House and the boys\u2019 Catholic college, St Laurence\u2019s, in the suburb.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also home to the Queensland Children\u2019s Hospital and the associated school that caters to children affected by long-term hospitalisations.<\/p>\n You can buy a two-bedroom unit in South Brisbane for less than $550,000, a bargain considering you\u2019ll be living less than 2 km south-west of the CBD.<\/p>\n There are also loads of public transport options for those who commute.<\/p>\n If you have older children, both Griffith University and Southbank Institute of Technology are in South Brisbane, so it\u2019s an excellent spot for tertiary students.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4059<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: Around 10 minutes drive north-west of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n Kelvin Grove is home to Kelvin Grove State College for Prep to Year 12 students, and the selective-entry Queensland Academy for Creative Industries, which offers an International Baccalaureate program for Year 11 and 12.<\/p>\n There\u2019s also a campus of the Queensland University of Technology, making it one of the best suburbs in Brisbane for families.<\/p>\n Accommodation in Kelvin Grove is a mix of apartments and classic Queenslanders, and the suburb is located approximately 4km from the centre of Brisbane.<\/p>\n The median house price for three-bedroom homes is $870,000, but there are also plenty of units in the $500,000 to $600,000 range.<\/p>\n The crime rate is below-average at 73 crimes per 1,000 properties, and there are lots of excellent parks for the kids to play.<\/p>\n E E McCaskie Oval and Grey Gums Park are the popular spots, both boasting playgrounds, barbeques, outdoor fitness facilities and even table tennis tables to enjoy.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4165<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: Around 50 minutes drive west of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n Located around 30 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, Victoria Point is popular with families and retirees for its quiet, laid-back vibe.<\/p>\n There is plenty of shops, a library, a cinema and loads of dining options, along with three public and two private schools, and a YMCA Vocational School campus.<\/p>\n This family-friendly outer Brisbane suburb is definitely worth a look for those escaping the big smoke of Melbourne or Sydney.<\/p>\n One of the key reasons for its popularity is affordability \u2013 you can pick up a four-bedroom home here for less than $600,000, or a unit for around $450,000.<\/p>\n Owner-occupiers make up 75 per cent of the residents in Victoria Point, and with a crime rate of just 42 incidents per 1,000 properties, it\u2019s extremely safe by Queensland standards<\/p>\n Postcode: 4121<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: Around 20 minutes drive south of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n Holland Park has lots of older homes, with more spacious floorplans and larger gardens, so it\u2019s ideal for growing families.<\/p>\n There are a number of parks and schools, a library, and great public transport links, so those with older kids travelling to high school or university will be pleased.<\/p>\n The crime rate in Holland Park is 50 crimes per 1,000 properties, well below the Queensland average of 130.<\/p>\n The median price<\/span> for a three-bedroom home is around $850,000, and around two-thirds of residents are owner-occupiers.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4017<\/strong><\/p>\n Sandgate is quiet and relaxed \u2013 certainly not a spot for movers and shakers of the Brisbane social scene!<\/p>\n The suburb is rich in history and boasts great natural spaces, beautiful views and a caring community atmosphere.<\/p>\n Sandgate State School caters for kids up to Year 6, and there is also a co-educational Catholic option for primary school, Sacred Heart.<\/p>\n The median house price for a three-bedroom property sits in the low $700,000 range, making it a mid-priced spot, and with 45 crimes per 1,000 properties, it\u2019s also relatively safe.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4051<\/strong><\/p>\n A home in Wilston doesn\u2019t come cheap \u2013 a three-bedroom family home will cost you around $1 million \u2013 but the lifestyle and amenities in the suburb make it well worth it.<\/p>\n It\u2019s close to the Royal Brisbane Hospital, so if mum or dad are employed in the medical field, it\u2019s the perfect suburb for commuting.<\/p>\n There are also heaps of parks and beachside spots to enjoy with the kids on the weekends.<\/p>\n The crime rate of 67 incidents per 1,000 properties is low by Queensland standards, and at just 5km from the CBD, commuting from Wilston is quick and easy.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4171<\/strong><\/p>\n Bulimba is a beautiful water-side community, practically self-contained with everything you could possibly want \u2013 cinema, book stores, restaurants, and ferry transport to the CBD.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a high-income area and has a reputation for being a bit of a private paradise for those families who can afford the $1.4 million price tag that comes with a four-bed property in the suburb.<\/p>\n There\u2019s both a Catholic and public primary school in Bulimba, and with just 52 crimes per 1,000 properties, parents can be reassured it\u2019s a safe and friendly place to live.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4121<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: Around 20 minutes drive south of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n There are heaps of parks and sporting reserves, along with a rugby club and medical centre.<\/p>\n For primary students, there\u2019s the public Wellers Hill State School and St Elizabeth\u2019s Catholic School, but high school kids will need to travel to nearby Holland Park.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also close to Griffith University\u2019s Mt Gravatt campus.<\/p>\n The crime rate is 50 incidents per 1,000 properties.<\/p>\n Postcode: 4075<\/strong><\/p>\n Location: Around 25 minutes drive south-west of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\n Despite being full of boutique shops and natural beauty, Graceville is a friendly and relaxed suburb where a three-bedroom home will cost you around $900,000.<\/p>\n There\u2019s a public and Catholic primary school, train station and several great parks, including Simpson\u2019s Playground and Graceville Memorial Park.<\/p>\n The nearest high schools are in Indooroopilly and Corinda.<\/p>\n More than three-quarters of the residents in Graceville own their homes, and the crime rate is well below average at 84 crimes per 1,000 properties.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re thinking of moving to Brisbane with your family, we hope this guide helps you find the perfect suburb to call home.<\/p>\n ALSO READ:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n 10 most expensive suburbs in Brisbane<\/a><\/p>\n The Top 15 Brisbane Suburbs Primed for Growth in 2022<\/a><\/p>\n These suburbs joined the million-dollar club in Brisbane<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Hamilton](\"https:\/\/cdn.propertyupdate.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Hamilton-Brisbane-300x143.jpg\")
Brisbane has it all: great weather, greater housing affordability, and plenty of things to see and do.<\/p>\nCoorparoo\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Postcode: 4151<\/strong><\/p>\nSouth Brisbane<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
Kelvin Grove<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\nVictoria Point\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
Holland Park\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Safe, picturesque and just 10 kilometres from the city centre \u2013 what more could you ask for?<\/p>\nSandgate\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Location: Around 35 minutes drive north-east of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\nWilston\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Location: Around 15 minutes drive north of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\nBulimba\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Location: Around 30 minutes drive north-west of the CBD<\/strong><\/p>\nTarragindi\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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A moderately-priced suburb in Brisbane\u2019s south, the median house price in Tarragindi is $835,000 for a three-bedroom property.<\/p>\nGraceville<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
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With a casual country atmosphere and plenty of older-style weatherboard homes, Graceville is the place to live if you enjoy the good things in life, minus the snobbery.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.propertyupdate.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Ahmad-Imam-square-wide-lo-rez-400.jpgBRETT-WARREN-150x150.jpg\")
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