Teneriffe
QLD 4005 • Greater Brisbane
About Teneriffe
Teneriffe is a compact and highly sought-after inner-city suburb located just 2 kilometres north-east of the Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane City Council area. Covering just 0.644 square kilometres, it is one of Brisbane's most densely populated neighbourhoods with 5,520 residents, the majority of whom are young professionals aged 25 to 34. The suburb commands a median weekly household income of $2,645, well above the Queensland average, underpinning its reputation as one of the city's most prestigious inner addresses.
Teneriffe is celebrated for its iconic converted woolstores — heritage wool storage buildings transformed into premium apartments, boutique offices, and celebrated dining venues — lending the suburb a distinctive industrial-chic character. The Brisbane Riverwalk runs along its southern edge, offering residents scenic walking and cycling paths, while the vibrant cafe and restaurant scene draws visitors from across the city. Its proximity to Fortitude Valley's entertainment precinct and New Farm's parklands makes Teneriffe one of Brisbane's most enviable addresses for those seeking inner-city living with genuine character.
Teneriffe falls under postcode 4005 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the McConnel electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths105 - 109 Commercial Rd Teneriffe 4005 QLD
Schools
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36 Villiers Street
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Cnr James and Heal Streets
Housing 2021 Census
14 state housing + 4 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 287
- 2. New Zealand 199
- 3. United States 75
- 4. South Africa 68
- 5. Canada 49
- 6. Ireland 39
- 7. Scotland 39
- 8. China 31
- 9. Brazil 29
- 10. Italy 29
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)