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Alderley

QLD 4051 • Greater Brisbane

6,748
Population (2021)
$61,880
Median Income
2.55 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyInner-CityWell-ConnectedLeafyCharacter Homes

About Alderley

Alderley is a leafy inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located just 7 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Brisbane local government area. With a population of around 6,750 (2021 Census), the suburb has a relatively young demographic profile and a mix of families and young professionals. Originally established in 1878, Alderley retains a charming character with its mix of Queenslander homes, post-war cottages, and modern townhouses set among tree-lined streets.

Residents enjoy excellent amenities including local shops along South Pine Road, the popular Alderley Arms Hotel, and easy access to Newmarket Village shopping centre nearby. The suburb is well-served by public transport with its own train station on the Ferny Grove line and multiple bus routes, making it a convenient base for commuters. Alderley attracts young families and professionals who appreciate the village-like atmosphere, proximity to quality schools, and the balance of suburban tranquillity with inner-city accessibility.

Alderley falls under postcode 4051 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ferny Grove electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4051
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Brisbane
State Electorate
Ferny Grove
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.43°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.55 km²
Elevation
41m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Alderley
0.3 km
4 min
Newmarket
1 km
12 min
Enoggera
1.2 km
15 min
Gaythorne
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 345, 351, 357 — Brisbane CBD / Chermside 20-30 min
  • 359, 360 — Brisbane CBD via Stafford 25-35 min
  • 390 — Chermside / Brookside 15-25 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
7.2 km
By Train
15 min
By Bus
20-30 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Direct Ferny Grove line trains every 15 min in peak

Walkability Very Walkable

Good walkability with local shops, train station, and bus stops within easy reach. Most errands can be done on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Samford Road & South Pine Road Alderley 4051 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5%

124 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,117
Census 2021
6,748
▲ 10.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$49,244
Income 2021
$61,880
▲ 25.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,199
Born Overseas 1,360

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 221
  • 2. New Zealand 168
  • 3. India 78
  • 4. Nepal 67
  • 5. Philippines 51
  • 6. South Africa 47
  • 7. China 46
  • 8. United States 40
  • 9. Germany 34
  • 10. Scotland 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,743
Australian 2,326
Irish 1,158
Scottish 956
German 428
Italian 264
Chinese 202
Dutch 128
Indian 94
Welsh 92

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,816
Both parents born in Australia
1,605
Both parents born overseas
1,116
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.8%
Christianity
44.1%
Hinduism
2.0%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
383 (5.7%)
5-14 years
766 (11.4%)
15-19 years
415 (6.1%)
20-24 years
583 (8.6%)
25-34 years
1,224 (18.1%)
35-44 years
1,069 (15.8%)
45-54 years
1,000 (14.8%)
55-64 years
633 (9.4%)
65-74 years
416 (6.2%)
75-84 years
211 (3.1%)
85+ years
61 (0.9%)

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