Ferny Grove
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ferny Grove, QLD 4055.
About Ferny Grove
Welcome to Ferny Grove
Ferny Grove sits at the northwestern edge of Brisbane, roughly 15 kilometres from the CBD, where the suburban grid gives way to the forested slopes of the D'Aguilar Range. It's the kind of place where a backyard can back onto bushland, and where the train line that ends here feels less like a limit and more like the point where the city stops and the hills take over.
With a population of 5,871 and a median age of 41, Ferny Grove has settled into a comfortable identity as a family-oriented, semi-bushland suburb. It suits people who want proper acreage-adjacent living without giving up a direct rail link to town, and it sits alongside Ferny Hills, Upper Kedron, Keperra, The Gap and Camp Mountain in a pocket of Brisbane known for its green, hilly character.
Getting around
Ferny Grove's defining feature, transport-wise, is that it's the terminus of the Ferny Grove rail line, giving residents a direct run into the CBD without needing to change trains or rely on connecting buses. The station sits right at the suburb's commercial heart, making it an easy walk for many locals rather than a drive-and-park exercise.
For those heading further afield, Waverley Road and Samford Road connect through to Enoggera and on to the Inner City Bypass, while bus routes fill in the gaps for trips to neighbouring Ferny Hills, Keperra and The Gap. The trade-off for the leafy, semi-rural feel is that some pockets, particularly towards Camp Mountain, are a longer drive from the shops and station than the suburb's compact size might suggest.
Lifestyle & dining
Life here leans towards the outdoorsy and unhurried. The suburb backs onto Ferny Grove State Forest and the wider D'Aguilar National Park, and weekend routines for many residents revolve around walking tracks, mountain biking trails and the general business of being close to bush rather than in the thick of it.
The local dining scene is modest and practical rather than a destination in itself, centred on a handful of cafes, takeaway options and family-friendly eateries near the station and shopping strip. Residents wanting a bigger night-out selection typically head towards The Gap or further into Brisbane, treating Ferny Grove as the quieter home base.
Shopping
Ferny Grove's retail core is centred around Ferny Grove Village and the precinct near the train station, covering everyday needs like supermarkets, specialty stores and services without the scale of a major shopping centre. It's the sort of strip locals use for the weekly shop and quick errands.
For bigger shopping trips, Arana Hills and the Mitchelton and Chermside areas offer larger centres within a reasonably short drive, giving Ferny Grove residents the best of both: local convenience at home, bigger-format retail not far away.
Schools & families
Education options are a strong drawcard for families in the area, with Ferny Grove State School and Ferny Grove State High School both serving the suburb directly, offering a full run from primary through to senior schooling without leaving the area. St Andrew's Catholic School adds a further option for families seeking a Catholic education nearby.
Combined with the bush surrounds and larger blocks common in the area, this schooling continuity is part of why Ferny Grove attracts and retains families through multiple life stages, reflected in that median age of 41.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the state forest and national park frontage, Ferny Grove has a good scattering of local parks and reserves suited to weekend cricket, dog walks and kids' sport. The bushland backdrop also supports an active trail-running and cycling community, with routes extending towards Camp Mountain and the D'Aguilar Range drawing regulars from across the northwestern suburbs.
It's this proximity to genuine bushwalking and mountain-biking terrain, minutes rather than hours from home, that many residents cite as the suburb's biggest lifestyle asset.
The property market
Ferny Grove's property market has moved solidly in recent times, with the median house price now sitting at $1.35 million after growth of 18.8% recently, a sign of strong demand for the suburb's family-sized homes and bushland setting. Median rent of $830 per week reflects similarly firm demand from tenants wanting the same lifestyle without buying in.
The current listing mix, 83% houses, 13% townhouses and 4% land, underscores that this remains very much a house-buyer's suburb, with limited unit or apartment stock. Land listings, while a small slice of the market, point to the suburb's bushier fringes where larger or subdividable blocks still occasionally come up, appealing to buyers wanting more space or a future building project.
Market snapshot
Ferny Grove property market
Median sale price
$1.35m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$830
per week
Gross rental yield
3.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.17m
Median
$1.35m
Premium
$1.53m
Days on market
11
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
26
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +12.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ferny Grove by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ferny Grove, QLD 4055.
Population
5,871
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$2,183
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ferny Grove
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Ferny Grove
$825k
2/3 Movilla Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.00m
3 Ballylin Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.26m
10 Leckmy Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
43 Greenock Place
Sold ~June 2026
$1.76m
137E Mcginn Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
68 Mcginn Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.13m
4 Rinavore Street
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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Ferny Grove suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ferny Grove?
The median house price in Ferny Grove, QLD is $1.35m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 18.8%.
How much is rent in Ferny Grove?
The median weekly rent in Ferny Grove is around $830 per week.
Is Ferny Grove a good place to live?
Ferny Grove is an outer north-western suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Ferny Grove is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 5,871 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Ferny Grove?
Ferny Grove has a population of 5,871 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Ferny Grove?
There are 3 schools in or near Ferny Grove, including Ferny Grove State School, St Andrew's Catholic School and Ferny Grove State High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Ferny Grove?
Properties in Ferny Grove take around 11 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Ferny Grove?
Entry-level properties in Ferny Grove start around $1.17m, while premium homes reach $1.53m.
What suburbs are near Ferny Grove?
Suburbs near Ferny Grove include Upper Kedron, Ferny Hills, Keperra, Gap and Camp Mountain.
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