Auchenflower
QLD 4066 • Greater Brisbane
About Auchenflower
Auchenflower is a vibrant inner-suburban neighbourhood located approximately 3 kilometres west of Brisbane's CBD, within the Brisbane City Council area. With a population of 6,053 and a youthful median age of just 32, the suburb attracts a high proportion of young professionals and university students, drawn by its proximity to the University of Queensland at neighbouring St Lucia and excellent city access. The suburb is compact at under 1.4 square kilometres and features a mix of character Queenslander homes, modern apartments, and townhouses.
Residents enjoy excellent connectivity via Auchenflower train station on the Ipswich/Springfield line and nearby Brisbane River ferry terminals at Milton. The suburb's tree-lined streets, proximity to Milton's bustling café strip and Suncorp Stadium, and easy access to South Bank and the CBD create a lively and convenient lifestyle. A large share of university students and young renters give the area a cosmopolitan energy, while the enduring charm of heritage streetscapes gives Auchenflower a distinctive, sought-after character.
Auchenflower falls under postcode 4066 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maiwar electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Kensington Terrace
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365 Birdwood Terrace
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78 Bywong Street
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46 Grove Street
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St Osyth Street
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 242
- 2. New Zealand 150
- 3. Nepal 94
- 4. China 83
- 5. India 80
- 6. United States 71
- 7. South Africa 65
- 8. Philippines 52
- 9. Canada 38
- 10. Brazil 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)