Bracken Ridge
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bracken Ridge, QLD 4017.
About Bracken Ridge
Welcome to Bracken Ridge
Bracken Ridge sits on Brisbane's northern edge, roughly 20 kilometres from the CBD, where the suburban grid gives way to bushland reserves and glimpses of Moreton Bay. It's a family-oriented pocket bordered by Bald Hills, Fitzgibbon, Carseldine, Taigum and Strathpine, and it has long been one of those areas locals recommend to friends without quite shouting about it to the rest of the city.
With a population of 17,488 and a median age of 37, it's solidly a suburb of young and established families, first-home buyers moving up from apartments, and long-term residents who bought decades ago and never found a reason to leave. The pace is quiet, the blocks are generous by inner-city standards, and the appeal is straightforward: space, greenery and easy access to the bay without the price tag of the coastal suburbs closer to the city.
Lifestyle & dining
Bracken Ridge's day-to-day life revolves around local shopping strips and neighbourhood cafés rather than a single glitzy precinct, which suits the suburb's unpretentious character. Residents tend to combine a coffee run or lunch locally with trips into nearby Bald Hills or Fitzgibbon for a wider spread of restaurants and bars, while the bay foreshore at Brighton and Sandgate isn't far for a sunset walk or fish and chips.
It's a suburb built around routine rather than nightlife — school drop-offs, weekend sport, and family barbecues in the backyard. That said, its proximity to the Bruce Highway and Gympie Road corridor means the dining and entertainment options of Chermside and beyond are only a short drive away when residents want more variety.
Schools & families
Education is one of Bracken Ridge's strongest drawcards. Bracken Ridge State School and Norris Road State School cover the primary years, feeding into Bracken Ridge State High School, giving families a full public schooling pathway within the suburb itself. St John Fisher College adds a well-regarded Catholic option for families wanting a private school locally.
This density of schooling, combined with the suburb's larger blocks and quiet streets, is a big part of why Bracken Ridge attracts and retains families. It's common to see households stay through primary and high school years rather than relocate, which contributes to the suburb's settled, community feel.
Parks & recreation
The suburb backs onto substantial green space, including bushland reserves and sporting fields that give residents room to move without leaving the area. Weekend life here often means junior football or cricket, walking tracks, and family time outdoors rather than a drive into the city.
The nearby Moreton Bay foreshore and the wetlands and parklands scattered through this part of Brisbane's north add to the appeal for anyone who wants nature close at hand — a genuine point of difference from more built-up middle-ring suburbs.
Getting around
Bracken Ridge doesn't have its own train station, so most residents rely on car travel or bus services connecting to the wider public transport network, including links toward the Gympie Road corridor and Bald Hills station on the Caboolture/Sunshine Coast rail line. The Bruce Highway is easily accessible, making the drive into the Brisbane CBD, Chermside or out toward the Sunshine Coast reasonably straightforward.
For most households, a car remains the practical choice given the suburb's low-density, spread-out layout, though bus routes provide a workable alternative for commuters heading toward Strathpine or the Bald Hills interchange.
Housing & architecture
The current housing stock reflects Bracken Ridge's mid-to-late twentieth century development, dominated by classic brick-and-tile and timber suburban homes on generous blocks. Of current listings, 78% are houses, 20% townhouses, and just 1% each apartments and vacant land — a mix that confirms this is very much a house-and-yard suburb rather than a unit market.
The growing share of townhouses points to some infill development and renewal happening at the margins, offering a lower-maintenance option for downsizers or young buyers who want to stay in the area without taking on a full-sized block.
The property market
Bracken Ridge's property market has had a strong run, with median house prices sitting at $989,000 after growth of 16.4% recently — a clear sign of the suburb's rising popularity among Brisbane buyers priced out of closer-in areas. Units and townhouses carry a median of $800,000, reflecting solid demand for the smaller number of higher-density options available.
Median weekly rent of $660 underlines healthy demand from the rental market too, likely driven by families and professionals wanting the suburb's schools and lifestyle without buying outright. With houses making up the vast majority of stock, buyers chasing land and space continue to be the main driver of price growth here, while the modest townhouse segment offers a comparatively accessible entry point.
Market snapshot
Bracken Ridge property market
Median sale price
$989k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$660
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$779k
Median
$989k
Premium
$1.29m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
118
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +10.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bracken Ridge by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bracken Ridge, QLD 4017.
Population
17,488
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$1,972
median, per week
Median rent
$410
per week
Median mortgage
$1,800
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Bracken Ridge
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Bracken Ridge
$950k
352 Bracken Ridge Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.09m
10 Ramon Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
10 Woodland Close
Sold ~July 2026
$992k
7/174 Norris Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.26m
10 Tarni Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.15m
6 Geraint Street
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
Lot 4/18 Darragh Street
Sold ~July 2026
$885k
79/21 Emma Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Bracken Ridge suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bracken Ridge?
The median house price in Bracken Ridge, QLD is $989k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.4%.
How much is rent in Bracken Ridge?
The median weekly rent in Bracken Ridge is around $660 per week.
Is Bracken Ridge a good place to live?
Bracken Ridge is a northern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Bracken Ridge is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 17,488 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Bracken Ridge?
Bracken Ridge has a population of 17,488 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Bracken Ridge?
There are 4 schools in or near Bracken Ridge, including Bracken Ridge State School, Norris Road State School and Bracken Ridge State High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Bracken Ridge?
Properties in Bracken Ridge take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bracken Ridge?
Entry-level properties in Bracken Ridge start around $779k, while premium homes reach $1.29m.
What suburbs are near Bracken Ridge?
Suburbs near Bracken Ridge include Bald Hills, Fitzgibbon, Carseldine, Taigum and Strathpine.
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