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Stafford Heights

QLD 4053 • Greater Brisbane

6,992
Population (2021)
$48,308
Median Income
2.90 km²
Area
$415/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableInner City

About Stafford Heights

Stafford Heights is a northern suburb of Brisbane, situated approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Brisbane local government area. With a population of around 6,992 residents, it is a well-established residential area characterised by a mix of post-war homes, renovated Queenslanders and modern townhouses. The suburb sits on elevated terrain offering some elevated views toward the city skyline to the south. It falls within Brisbane's inner-north precinct, bordered by McDowall, Everton Park, Kedron, and Stafford.

Stafford Heights offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with easy access to amenities along Stafford Road and at Brookside Shopping Centre in nearby Mitchelton. The suburb is popular with young families and professionals who value affordability relative to closer-in Brisbane suburbs, combined with good connectivity to the CBD via bus. A mix of parks, sporting clubs, and local schools supports an active community life. The suburb has seen gradual gentrification with renovations and new townhouse developments reflecting growing demand.

Stafford Heights falls under postcode 4053 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stafford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4053
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Outer North
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Lilley
State Electorate
Stafford
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.40°, 153.01°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
2.90 km²
Elevation
50m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Enoggera Station
2.8 km
35 min
Northgate Station
3.5 km
45 min

Bus Services

  • 370, 375 — Brisbane CBD (Adelaide St) 30-40 min
  • 345 — Chermside Bus Station 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
10.2 km
By Train
N/A – no direct train; bus to CBD approx. 35 min
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bus services connect directly to the CBD. Nearby Enoggera station on the Ferny Grove Line accessible by bus.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and schools accessible on foot; Stafford Road provides a commercial strip.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$415
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.9%

227 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,833
Census 2021
6,992
▲ 2.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,260
Income 2021
$48,308
▲ 23.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,467
Born Overseas 1,316

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 206
  • 2. England 176
  • 3. Italy 101
  • 4. Philippines 71
  • 5. India 64
  • 6. South Africa 50
  • 7. China 39
  • 8. Thailand 38
  • 9. Ireland 33
  • 10. Myanmar 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,756
Australian 2,478
Irish 1,079
Scottish 811
Italian 498
German 393
Australian Aboriginal 172
Chinese 170
Indian 124
Dutch 123

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,078
Both parents born in Australia
1,672
Both parents born overseas
994
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.3%
No Religion
40.2%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
465 (6.7%)
5-14 years
836 (12.0%)
15-19 years
396 (5.7%)
20-24 years
414 (5.9%)
25-34 years
1,073 (15.3%)
35-44 years
1,022 (14.6%)
45-54 years
893 (12.8%)
55-64 years
771 (11.0%)
65-74 years
573 (8.2%)
75-84 years
408 (5.8%)
85+ years
143 (2.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Stafford Heights from Brisbane CBD? +

Stafford Heights is approximately 10 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD. By bus it takes around 30–40 minutes, and by car around 15–25 minutes off-peak.

Is there a train station in Stafford Heights? +

There is no train station within Stafford Heights itself. The nearest stations are Enoggera (Ferny Grove Line) and Northgate (Airport Line), both roughly 3 kilometres away. Bus services provide regular connections to the CBD.

What schools are in Stafford Heights? +

Stafford Heights is home to Somerset Hills State School and Stafford Heights State School, both government primary schools.

What is the median rent in Stafford Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Stafford Heights is approximately $415 per week.

What is Stafford Heights like to live in? +

Stafford Heights is a quiet, family-friendly suburb with a suburban feel, good bus links to Brisbane CBD, and relatively affordable housing compared to closer-in Brisbane suburbs.