Ferny Hills
QLD 4055 • Greater Brisbane
About Ferny Hills
Ferny Hills is a hilly residential suburb situated approximately 18 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, within the Moreton Bay Regional Council area. With a population of 8,726 and a median age of 40, it attracts established families and long-term residents drawn to its elevated, quiet setting. Household incomes sit above the metropolitan average, with a median weekly household income of $2,271, reflecting its reputation as a comfortable, owner-occupier suburb in Greater Brisbane.
The suburb's elevated terrain provides pleasant, tree-lined streets and a sense of space rarely found closer to the city. Ferny Hills is well-connected by bus services and is close to Ferny Grove train station, which provides regular services into Brisbane city. Families are well-served by local primary and secondary schools, and the nearby Arana Hills Plaza and Ferny Hills Village offer everyday retail and dining options. Its strong community character and settled, predominantly Australian-born population give it a relaxed, suburban feel.
Ferny Hills falls under postcode 4055 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ferny Grove electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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McGinn Road
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Finvoy Street
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89 Hogarth Road
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Illuta Avenue
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Patricks Road
Housing 2021 Census
3 state housing + 3 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 363
- 2. New Zealand 241
- 3. South Africa 106
- 4. Germany 49
- 5. Scotland 48
- 6. Ireland 40
- 7. Papua New Guinea 35
- 8. United States 34
- 9. India 31
- 10. Zimbabwe 28
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)