Bald Hills

QLD 4036 • Greater Brisbane

7,000
Population (2021)
$44,564
Median Income
12.84 km²
Area
$388/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyWell-ConnectedEstablishedBushland

About Bald Hills

Bald Hills is the northernmost suburb in the City of Brisbane, located approximately 18 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD in Queensland. With a population of around 7,000, it is a largely residential suburb established in 1857 that retains a leafy, semi-rural character despite its proximity to the city. The suburb covers 12.9 square kilometres and is surrounded by bushland, offering residents a relaxed lifestyle with an abundance of green space.

Residents of Bald Hills enjoy excellent public transport connectivity, with the local train station providing a direct 29-minute ride to Brisbane Central. The suburb features local shops, parks, and a strong community atmosphere, making it popular with families and retirees seeking a quieter alternative to inner-city living. Nearby Strathpine and Bracken Ridge provide additional shopping and dining options.

Bald Hills falls under postcode 4036 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sandgate electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4036
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.31°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
12.84 km²
Elevation
5m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bald Hills
0.5 km
6 min
Carseldine
2.5 km
30 min
Strathpine
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 330 — Brisbane CBD via Gympie Rd 50 min
  • 339 — Bracken Ridge / Bald Hills loop 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
29 min
By Bus
50 min
By Car (Peak)
35–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20–25 min

🛣️ Train runs every 30 minutes via North Coast line

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though the area around the train station has some walkable amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$388
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
36 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,502
Census 2021
7,000
7.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,700
Income 2021
$44,564
18.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,216
Born Overseas 1,565

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 288
  • 2. England 229
  • 3. India 189
  • 4. Philippines 178
  • 5. Fiji 56
  • 6. South Africa 41
  • 7. Nepal 40
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 34
  • 9. China 31
  • 10. Sri Lanka 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,617
Australian 2,558
Irish 724
Scottish 696
German 416
Filipino 250
Australian Aboriginal 236
Indian 224
Italian 215
Chinese 173

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,789
Both parents born in Australia
1,989
Both parents born overseas
973
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.8%
No Religion
42.0%
Hinduism
3.3%
Sikhism
1.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.8%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
471 (6.7%)
5-14 years
992 (14.2%)
15-19 years
385 (5.5%)
20-24 years
377 (5.4%)
25-34 years
1,101 (15.7%)
35-44 years
1,059 (15.1%)
45-54 years
898 (12.8%)
55-64 years
729 (10.4%)
65-74 years
583 (8.3%)
75-84 years
295 (4.2%)
85+ years
103 (1.5%)

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