Brookfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Brookfield, QLD 4069.
About Brookfield
Welcome to Brookfield
Brookfield sits around 12 kilometres west of the Brisbane CBD, tucked into the rural fringe of the Brisbane Valley where the suburbs give way to acreage, bushland and Brookfield Creek. It's one of the city's most enduring "rural residential" pockets, bordered by Kenmore Hills, Kenmore, Chapel Hill, Fig Tree Pocket and Pullenvale, yet still within a manageable drive of the city.
This is a suburb for people who want space rather than density — large blocks, established trees, horse paddocks and a genuinely semi-rural feel, but with the conveniences of Brisbane's western suburbs just down the road. It suits families after room to move, equestrian and hobby-farm buyers, and anyone happy to trade footpath cafes for a quieter, greener version of suburban life.
Lifestyle & character
Brookfield's appeal is its rural atmosphere without leaving the metropolitan area. Properties here typically sit on generous acreage, with room for horses, orchards or simply a big backyard, and the local landscape of rolling hills and creek flats gives it a distinctly different character to the tightly packed suburbs closer to the city. The Brookfield Village shopping strip has long been a local gathering point, known for its produce store, bakery and cafes that draw visitors from surrounding suburbs on weekends, particularly cyclists and drivers using Brookfield Road as a scenic route through to Mount Nebo and the D'Aguilar Range.
Schools & families
Brookfield State School is the local primary and a strong drawcard for families choosing the suburb, offering a small-school community feel that matches the area's rural character. Families also look to nearby Kenmore, Chapel Hill and Fig Tree Pocket for a broader range of primary and secondary options, given Brookfield's proximity to these established suburbs. With a median age of 47 and a population of around 3,640, the suburb tends to attract established households and downsizing acreage buyers rather than young singles or first-home buyers.
Parks & recreation
Outdoor life in Brookfield revolves around its natural setting rather than manicured parks. Brookfield Creek and the surrounding bushland provide walking and riding opportunities, and the suburb's network of quiet rural roads is popular with cyclists. Its neighbour Pullenvale and the wider western corridor connect through to bushland reserves and conservation areas, reinforcing Brookfield's identity as a green buffer between suburban Brisbane and the D'Aguilar Range.
Getting around
Brookfield is car-dependent by nature — there's no rail line through the suburb, and most residents drive via Brookfield Road or Moggill Road to reach Kenmore, Indooroopilly and the CBD, a trip of roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. Bus services connect Brookfield to Kenmore and the broader Western Suburbs bus network, which links into the Kenmore bus interchange and onward services toward the city. For most households, though, having a car is essential given the acreage lots and distances between properties.
The property market
Brookfield's property market is dominated by houses, which make up 90% of current listings, with the remaining 10% vacant land — reflecting its acreage character and the occasional opportunity to build rather than buy established. The median house price sits at $1.71 million, placing it firmly in Brisbane's premium acreage bracket, while median rent is $975 per week for those seeking a rural lifestyle without buying outright. Recent growth has been flat at 0.0%, suggesting a market that has settled after previous gains, with buyers currently paying for land size, privacy and the suburb's semi-rural setting rather than chasing rapid capital growth.
Market snapshot
Brookfield property market
Median sale price
$1.71m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$975
per week
Gross rental yield
3.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.33m
Median
$1.71m
Premium
$3.18m
Days on market
19
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
20
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +5.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Brookfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Brookfield, QLD 4069.
Population
3,640
residents (2021)
Median age
47
years
Household income
$3,778
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,798
per month
Mortgage / income
17%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Brookfield
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Brookfield
$1.74m
15 Cromwell Close
Sold ~July 2026
$3.10m
37 Corniche Place
Sold ~July 2026
$3.85m
130 Savages Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
370A Gold Creek Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.10m
18 Oldfield Place
Sold ~June 2026
$3m
25 Upper Brookfield Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.95m
11 Roberts Court
Sold ~June 2026
$1.95m
49 Nolan Rise
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Brookfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Brookfield?
The median house price in Brookfield, QLD is $1.71m for a 4-bedroom home.
How much is rent in Brookfield?
The median weekly rent in Brookfield is around $975 per week.
Is Brookfield a good place to live?
Brookfield is a rural residential suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Brookfield is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 3,640 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Brookfield?
Brookfield has a population of 3,640 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 47.
What schools are in Brookfield?
There is 1 school in or near Brookfield, including Brookfield State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Brookfield?
Properties in Brookfield take around 19 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Brookfield?
Entry-level properties in Brookfield start around $1.33m, while premium homes reach $3.18m.
What suburbs are near Brookfield?
Suburbs near Brookfield include Kenmore Hills, Kenmore, Chapel Hill, Fig Tree Pocket and Pullenvale.
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