Cannon Hill
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Cannon Hill, QLD 4170.
About Cannon Hill
Welcome to Cannon Hill
Cannon Hill sits roughly seven kilometres east of the Brisbane CBD, tucked between the Wynnum rail corridor and the Gateway Motorway on the city's bayside fringe. It's a suburb that has quietly built a reputation as one of the better-connected pockets of Brisbane's east, bordered by Murarrie, Morningside, Tingalpa, Seven Hills and Balmoral, and close enough to the river and bay to borrow a bit of both worlds.
With a population of around 6,701 and a median age of 34, Cannon Hill has the feel of a suburb in transition — traditional post-war homes sitting alongside newer townhouse developments and apartment blocks, drawing young families, professionals and downsizers who want space and a train line without paying inner-city prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Cannon Hill's day-to-day life centres on a mix of local cafes, bakeries and the big-format retail that has grown up around the Gateway Motorway interchange. It's not a suburb built around a single glamorous strip, and that's part of its appeal — residents tend to duck into neighbouring Morningside or Balmoral for a wider spread of restaurants and bars, while keeping the essentials close to home. The bayside location means Manly and the Wynnum foreshore are only a short drive away for weekend fish and chips or a walk along the water.
Shopping
The suburb is home to a large homemaker and bulky-goods precinct, making it a go-to for furniture, hardware and appliance shopping for much of Brisbane's east. For everyday groceries and specialty shops, residents lean on nearby Morningside and Carindale, both a short drive away, giving Cannon Hill the convenience of being close to major retail without being crowded by it.
Getting around
Cannon Hill railway station, on the Cleveland line, is one of the suburb's biggest drawcards, offering a direct run into Brisbane's CBD in well under half an hour. The Gateway Motorway runs along the suburb's edge, giving quick access north to the airport or south towards Logan and the Gold Coast, while Old Cleveland Road provides a straightforward bus and car route through to the city via Morningside and Norman Park. For a suburb this close to the CBD, the combination of rail and motorway access is hard to match.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Cannon Hill State School and St Oliver Plunkett School covering the primary years, and Cannon Hill Anglican College offering schooling through to senior secondary within the suburb itself. That range of options, from public to independent, is a genuine drawcard for families weighing up where to settle in Brisbane's inner east.
Housing & architecture
The current mix of listings — 54% houses, 34% apartments and units, 10% townhouses and a small share of land — reflects a suburb that's densifying without losing its suburban core. Classic Queenslander and post-war brick homes on generous blocks remain common, particularly on the quieter streets away from the motorway, while newer apartment and townhouse developments have filled in around the station and main roads, appealing to buyers after low-maintenance living close to transport.
The property market
Cannon Hill's median house price sits at $1.39 million, having climbed 8.6% recently, a pace that reflects strong demand for its rail access and proximity to the city. Units and apartments offer a considerably more accessible entry point at a median of $825,000, while townhouses fill the middle ground for buyers wanting a house-like feel without the full house price tag. Renters are looking at a median of $780 a week, underlining just how tightly held the suburb has become as both owner-occupiers and investors compete for a limited supply of housing this close to Brisbane's centre.
Market snapshot
Cannon Hill property market
Median sale price
$1.39m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$780
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$979k
Median
$1.39m
Premium
$1.65m
Days on market
24
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
44
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Cannon Hill by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Cannon Hill, QLD 4170.
Population
6,701
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,357
median, per week
Median rent
$450
per week
Median mortgage
$2,396
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Cannon Hill
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Cannon Hill
$810k
103/22 Andrews Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.56m
34 Meyrick Street
Sold ~July 2026
$850k
509/57 Ludwick Street
Sold ~July 2026
$888k
323/986 Wynnum Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.21m
90 Stanton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$701k
6/9 Bombery Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.80m
67 Grenade Street
Sold ~June 2026
$965k
85/1914 Creek Road
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
Cannon Hill suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Cannon Hill?
The median unit price in Cannon Hill, QLD is $825k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.5%.
How much is rent in Cannon Hill?
The median weekly rent in Cannon Hill is around $690 per week.
Is Cannon Hill a good place to live?
Cannon Hill is a suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Cannon Hill is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 6,701 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Cannon Hill?
Cannon Hill has a population of 6,701 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Cannon Hill?
There are 3 schools in or near Cannon Hill, including Cannon Hill Anglican College, Cannon Hill State School and St Oliver Plunkett School.
How long do homes take to sell in Cannon Hill?
Properties in Cannon Hill take around 20 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Cannon Hill?
Entry-level properties in Cannon Hill start around $720k, while premium homes reach $1.12m.
What suburbs are near Cannon Hill?
Suburbs near Cannon Hill include Murarrie, Morningside, Tingalpa, Seven Hills and Balmoral.
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