Chermside West
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Chermside West, QLD 4032.
About Chermside West
Welcome to Chermside West
Chermside West sits about 11 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, tucked between the bustling Chermside retail precinct and the quieter, greener pockets of Mcdowall and Bridgeman Downs. It's a suburb that trades on convenience without the crowds—residents get the benefit of one of Brisbane's biggest shopping and lifestyle hubs on their doorstep, while their own streets stay firmly suburban: leafy, low-rise and family-oriented.
With a population of just under 7,000 and a median age of 39, Chermside West appeals strongly to established families and professionals who want space, good schools and easy access to the northside's amenity without paying inner-city prices. It's the kind of place people move to and stay in, rather than pass through.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Chermside West revolves largely around its own quiet streets and the nearby Chermside town centre, which brings Westfield Chermside's extensive dining scene, cinemas and specialty stores within a short drive. Locally, the suburb is more about backyard living and weekend routine than cafe strips, which suits residents who prefer a settled, low-key pace and are happy to head next door to Chermside or across to Stafford Heights when they want a bigger night out.
Shopping
The suburb's proximity to Westfield Chermside is arguably its biggest drawcard, giving residents access to major department stores, a full grocery lineup and hundreds of specialty retailers without leaving the local area. Smaller everyday shopping needs are covered by neighbourhood centres scattered through Chermside West and adjoining Aspley, making the weekly errands run refreshingly simple.
Getting around
Chermside West is well served by bus routes connecting into the Chermside interchange, one of Brisbane's busier public transport hubs, which links through to the CBD via high-frequency services along Gympie Road. Drivers benefit from easy access to Gympie Road and Beams Road, with a run into the city taking around 20 to 25 minutes outside peak periods, while Bridgeman Downs and Aspley provide additional connector routes for getting across the northside without funnelling through the centre of Chermside.
Schools & families
Craigslea State School and Craigslea State High School anchor the suburb's education options, giving families a state schooling pathway from prep through to year 12 without leaving the local area. This, combined with the suburb's generous house-dominant housing stock and quiet residential streets, is a big part of why Chermside West attracts and retains families, many of whom filter in from surrounding suburbs like Mcdowall and Stafford Heights seeking the same schooling catchment.
Housing & architecture
Housing here is overwhelmingly detached: current listings show 86% houses, with townhouses making up 10% and apartments just 4%, reflecting the suburb's suburban, family-first character. Expect a mix of classic brick-and-tile homes from the 1960s and '70s alongside more recent renovations and knockdown rebuilds, many on larger blocks than you'd find closer to Chermside proper or in the more established pockets of Aspley.
The property market
Chermside West's median house price currently sits at $1.25 million, following strong growth of 19.0% recently—a sign of sustained buyer demand for its blend of space, schools and shopping access. Median rent of $710 a week points to solid interest from the rental market too, likely a mix of families wanting the Craigslea catchment and professionals drawn by the commute into the city and the convenience of Chermside on their doorstep. With such a high proportion of standalone houses in the mix, the suburb continues to appeal to buyers chasing land and long-term capital growth over unit-style convenience.
Market snapshot
Chermside West property market
Median sale price
$1.25m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$710
per week
Gross rental yield
3.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$939k
Median
$1.25m
Premium
$1.47m
Days on market
10
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
62
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +9.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Chermside West by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Chermside West, QLD 4032.
Population
6,965
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$2,124
median, per week
Median rent
$455
per week
Median mortgage
$2,058
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Chermside West
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Chermside West
$1.20m
21 Covey Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.03m
49 Bramcote Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.27m
7 Gilmour Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.80m
31 Rossett Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.26m
23 Backford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
6 Martindale Street
Sold ~July 2026
$990k
705 Hamilton Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.48m
29A Maundrell Terrace
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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Common questions
Chermside West suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Chermside West?
The median house price in Chermside West, QLD is $1.25m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 19.0%.
How much is rent in Chermside West?
The median weekly rent in Chermside West is around $710 per week.
Is Chermside West a good place to live?
Chermside West is a suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Chermside West is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 6,965 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Chermside West?
Chermside West has a population of 6,965 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Chermside West?
There are 2 schools in or near Chermside West, including Craigslea State School and Craigslea State High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Chermside West?
Properties in Chermside West take around 10 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Chermside West?
Entry-level properties in Chermside West start around $939k, while premium homes reach $1.47m.
What suburbs are near Chermside West?
Suburbs near Chermside West include Mcdowall, Stafford Heights, Aspley, Chermside and Bridgeman Downs.
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