North Lakes
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for North Lakes, QLD 4509.
About North Lakes
Welcome to North Lakes
North Lakes sits in Brisbane's northern corridor, roughly 25 kilometres from the CBD, straddling the border between Brisbane and the Moreton Bay region. It grew from paddock to master-planned community over the past two decades and today functions as a hub in its own right, with its own major retail centre, business park and a steady flow of new residents drawn by its master-planned layout.
With a population of just over 23,000 and a median age of 35, North Lakes attracts a heavy mix of young families and professionals looking for space, newer housing stock and easy access to the M1. It sits alongside Mango Hill, Rothwell, Deception Bay and Kallangur, forming a well-connected pocket of Brisbane's north that continues to develop around its established core.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in North Lakes revolves largely around Westfield North Lakes, one of the biggest retail and dining precincts north of the Brisbane CBD, which anchors a broad strip of cafes, restaurants and entertainment options including cinemas. The suburb's man-made lakes and surrounding parklands give it a distinct, open feel that's rare so close to established shopping infrastructure, and weekend life tends to centre on a mix of lakeside walks, family outings to the shops, and the growing cluster of casual dining options that have opened around the town centre as the suburb has matured.
Shopping
Beyond Westfield North Lakes, which covers most day-to-day and specialty retail needs, the suburb has a scattering of smaller shopping villages and business parks that serve the immediate community. Residents needing something not covered locally can head a short drive to neighbouring Kallangur or Mango Hill, both of which have their own retail strips, or make the quick run further south into greater Brisbane.
Getting around
North Lakes benefits from direct access to the Bruce Highway (M1), making it a realistic commuting base for those working in the Brisbane CBD or further afield in the Sunshine Coast direction. Public transport is served by bus routes linking through to the Redcliffe Peninsula rail line via nearby Mango Hill and Kippa-Ring stations, giving residents a rail option into Brisbane without a station directly in the suburb itself. The road network within North Lakes was designed as part of its master plan, so getting around locally by car is generally straightforward, with clear arterial roads connecting residential pockets to the town centre.
Schools & families
Education is well catered for locally, with North Lakes State College and Bounty Boulevard State School serving as key public options within the suburb, while The Lakes College offers a private schooling alternative close by. Y Schools Queensland - Moreton Bay adds a further specialised option for the region. This depth of choice, combined with the suburb's parks, lakes and family-oriented design, is a major part of North Lakes' appeal to the young families who make up a large share of its population.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's namesake lakes and connecting green corridors provide plenty of room for walking, cycling and picnicking without needing to leave the area, and the broader master plan has woven in reserves and playgrounds throughout the residential precincts. For sport and recreation beyond the lakes, residents typically look to facilities in and around the town centre or make short trips into Mango Hill and Rothwell, both of which have added their own recreational infrastructure as the northern corridor has grown.
The property market
North Lakes' housing stock is dominated by houses, which make up 85% of current listings, with townhouses at 11% and apartments or units making up the remaining 3% — a mix that reflects its origins as a low-rise, family-focused master-planned suburb. The median house price currently sits at $1.05 million, having grown 14.0% recently, while units carry a median of $763,000. Median rent across the suburb is $720 a week, underlining strong ongoing demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants drawn to the area's schools, shopping and transport access. For buyers priced out of neighbouring Brisbane suburbs closer to the CBD, North Lakes has increasingly positioned itself as a well-serviced alternative, though its price growth means it's no longer the entry-level option it once was compared with nearby Kallangur, Rothwell or Deception Bay.
Market snapshot
North Lakes property market
Median sale price
$1.05m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$720
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$860k
Median
$1.05m
Premium
$1.48m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
214
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +10.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in North Lakes by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for North Lakes, QLD 4509.
Population
23,030
residents (2021)
Median age
35
years
Household income
$2,092
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in North Lakes
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in North Lakes
$945k
8 Petronas Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
89 Sears Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$1.36m
57 Possum Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
7 Cullen Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
8 Dickson Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$833k
47/119 Copeland Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$970k
2 Palmerston Street
Sold ~July 2026
$995k
10 Dryander Street
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
North Lakes suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in North Lakes?
The median house price in North Lakes, QLD is $1.05m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.0%.
How much is rent in North Lakes?
The median weekly rent in North Lakes is around $720 per week.
Is North Lakes a good place to live?
North Lakes is a suburb in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. North Lakes is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 23,030 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of North Lakes?
North Lakes has a population of 23,030 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.
What schools are in North Lakes?
There are 4 schools in or near North Lakes, including North Lakes State College, The Lakes College and Bounty Boulevard State School.
How long do homes take to sell in North Lakes?
Properties in North Lakes take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in North Lakes?
Entry-level properties in North Lakes start around $860k, while premium homes reach $1.48m.
What suburbs are near North Lakes?
Suburbs near North Lakes include Mango Hill, Rothwell, Deception Bay and Kallangur.
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