Kangaroo Point
QLD 4169 • Greater Brisbane
About Kangaroo Point
Kangaroo Point is a vibrant inner-city suburb located on a peninsula just across the Brisbane River from the CBD, approximately 3.8 kilometres southeast of the city centre. With a population of around 9,700, it is one of Brisbane's most densely populated suburbs, featuring a mix of heritage Queenslander homes and modern high-rise apartment buildings. The suburb is famous for its dramatic riverside cliffs and the iconic Story Bridge.
Residents enjoy an enviable lifestyle with riverside dining, rock climbing at the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, and easy access to the CBD via the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge. The suburb is popular with young professionals and couples who appreciate its walkability, café culture, and proximity to South Bank and the Gabba cricket ground. Ferry services and excellent bus connections make it one of Brisbane's best-connected inner suburbs.
Kangaroo Point falls under postcode 4169 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Brisbane electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 234, 235 — Brisbane CBD and South Bank 5-10 min to CBD
- 230, 236 — Woolloongabba and East Brisbane 10-15 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Excellent connectivity via ferry (Holman Street and Thornton Street terminals), Green Bridge, bus, and nearby train stations
Most errands can be accomplished on foot with excellent riverside paths, cafés, and shops within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Oaklands Parade
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56 Wellington Road
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24 Leopard Street
Housing 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 431
- 2. New Zealand 364
- 3. India 160
- 4. Philippines 138
- 5. Brazil 122
- 6. China 122
- 7. South Africa 108
- 8. Ireland 78
- 9. United States 76
- 10. Iran 75
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)