Ferny Hills
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ferny Hills, QLD 4055.
About Ferny Hills
Welcome to Ferny Hills
Ferny Hills sits in Brisbane's northern suburbs, around 14 kilometres from the CBD, tucked into the leafy hill country where the city gives way to the D'Aguilar Range. It's a suburb defined by its topography — winding streets, timber-and-brick homes perched on sloping blocks, and a canopy of bushland that presses in from the ranges to the west.
The area suits families and professionals who want space, greenery and a sense of separation from city life without giving up a workable commute. With a population of 8,726 and a median age of 40, it's a settled, family-oriented pocket rather than a transient rental market, and it borders similarly green suburbs like Ferny Grove, Arana Hills, Bunya, Albany Creek and Samford Village.
Lifestyle & dining
Ferny Hills doesn't have a large commercial strip of its own, and that's largely the point — locals tend to head into neighbouring Ferny Grove or Arana Hills for cafes, takeaway and casual dining, or further out to Samford Village for a weekend brunch with a more rural, village feel. Life here revolves around the outdoors: bushwalking tracks, backyard living and the quiet of a suburb where most streets back onto reserve or steep, tree-lined blocks.
Shopping
For day-to-day shopping, residents typically rely on the retail centres in Arana Hills and Ferny Grove, both a short drive away, which cover supermarkets, specialty stores and everyday essentials. Bigger shopping trips usually mean heading toward Albany Creek or into Brisbane's northern hubs, though the trade-off is a quieter, less congested home base.
Getting around
Ferny Grove railway station, just next door, is the key transport link for Ferny Hills residents, offering direct rail access into the Brisbane CBD and making the suburb workable for commuters despite its hillier, more separated feel. Buses supplement the rail line for shorter local trips, while Samford Road and connecting arterials provide car access toward Enoggera, Mitchelton and the broader northern corridor.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Ferny Hills State School and Patricks Road State School both serving the suburb directly. The area's larger blocks, quiet cul-de-sacs and proximity to bushland make it a popular choice for households wanting room for kids and pets to roam, and the steady median age of 40 reflects a community with plenty of established families and long-term residents.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's defining feature is its bush setting — Ferny Hills backs onto substantial areas of forest and reserve, with walking and cycling trails connecting through to Ferny Grove and the wider D'Aguilar Range foothills. It's a drawcard for residents who want easy access to nature, whether that's a short walk from home or a longer weekend hike toward Samford.
The property market
Ferny Hills has recorded strong recent growth, with median house prices climbing 17.9% to reach $1.14 million, and median rents sitting at $720 a week. The market here is overwhelmingly house-driven — current listings show 95% houses against just 5% townhouses — reflecting the suburb's larger blocks and low-density, hillside character rather than any significant unit or townhouse development. That growth trajectory, combined with limited higher-density stock, points to sustained demand from buyers chasing space and greenery within commuting distance of the city.
Market snapshot
Ferny Hills property market
Median sale price
$1.14m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$720
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$933k
Median
$1.14m
Premium
$1.31m
Days on market
11
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
74
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ferny Hills by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ferny Hills, QLD 4055.
Population
8,726
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,271
median, per week
Median rent
$448
per week
Median mortgage
$1,972
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ferny Hills
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Ferny Hills
$1.15m
12 Wanawong Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
57 Leonarda Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
80 Illuta Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.11m
49 Kylie Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.24m
217 Patricks Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
7 Dellwood Court
Sold ~July 2026
$930k
125 Patricks Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
9 Barber Road
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
Ferny Hills suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ferny Hills?
The median house price in Ferny Hills, QLD is $1.14m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.9%.
How much is rent in Ferny Hills?
The median weekly rent in Ferny Hills is around $720 per week.
Is Ferny Hills a good place to live?
Ferny Hills is a suburb in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. Ferny Hills is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 8,726 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Ferny Hills?
Ferny Hills has a population of 8,726 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Ferny Hills?
There are 2 schools in or near Ferny Hills, including Ferny Hills State School and Patricks Road State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Ferny Hills?
Properties in Ferny Hills 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 Hills?
Entry-level properties in Ferny Hills start around $933k, while premium homes reach $1.31m.
What suburbs are near Ferny Hills?
Suburbs near Ferny Hills include Ferny Grove, Arana Hills, Bunya, Albany Creek and Samford Village.
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