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Pinjarra Hills

QLD 4069 • Queensland

771
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffluentFamily-Friendly

About Pinjarra Hills

Pinjarra Hills is a quiet riverside suburb located 16.8 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD on the northern bank of the Brisbane River, within the City of Brisbane. The suburb has a population of 771 (2021 Census), making it one of Brisbane's more sparsely populated localities. A large portion of the suburb is occupied by the University of Queensland's Pinjarra Hills campus, a 282-hectare research facility. The remainder is predominantly rural-residential in character, with large acreage lots bordering the Brisbane River.

Pinjarra Hills offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within metropolitan Brisbane's boundaries, popular with residents who value space, privacy, and natural surroundings. Moggill Road provides the main road access connecting residents to nearby Kenmore and Brookfield for everyday amenities. The suburb is in the Moggill electorate and sits within Brisbane's Pullenvale Ward. With no schools or commercial centres of its own, residents rely on neighbouring Brookfield, Kenmore, and Pullenvale for schooling, shops, and services. The acreage lifestyle and bushland setting attract families and professionals seeking a rural feel without leaving the city.

Pinjarra Hills falls under postcode 4069 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moggill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4069
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Ryan
State Electorate
Moggill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.50°, 152.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.57 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus routes via Moggill Rd — Indooroopilly / Brisbane CBD 45-60 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
No direct train — bus to Indooroopilly then train ~50 min total
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Moggill Road is the main arterial; Centenary Highway provides an alternate route.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural acreage suburb with no footpaths or local shops; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
771
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pinjarra Hills located? +

Pinjarra Hills is a suburb in the City of Brisbane, situated on the northern bank of the Brisbane River approximately 16.8 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD.

What is the University of Queensland's role in Pinjarra Hills? +

The University of Queensland's Pinjarra Hills campus is a 282-hectare research facility that occupies a large portion of the suburb, located between Pullenvale Road and the Brisbane River.

Is Pinjarra Hills a residential suburb? +

Yes, aside from the UQ research campus, Pinjarra Hills is predominantly rural-residential with large acreage lots. It is a low-density suburb with around 771 residents.

What are the nearest schools to Pinjarra Hills? +

Pinjarra Hills has no schools of its own. Nearby options include Brookfield State School, Kenmore State School, and Kenmore State High School, all within a short drive.