Stafford Heights
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Stafford Heights, QLD 4053.
About Stafford Heights
Welcome to Stafford Heights
Stafford Heights sits in Brisbane's inner-north, roughly eight kilometres from the CBD, tucked between the bustling Chermside retail precinct and the leafy streets of Kedron and Alderley. It's a suburb built largely on the back of post-war family homes and gently rolling hills, which give many streets pleasant elevated outlooks over the surrounding valley.
These days it attracts a mix of young families, professionals wanting space without sacrificing proximity to the city, and long-term residents who've watched the area quietly mature. With a median age of 37 and a population of just under 7,000, Stafford Heights has the feel of a settled, low-key community rather than a suburb chasing attention — though its property figures suggest plenty of buyers have caught on regardless.
Lifestyle & dining
Stafford Heights itself is predominantly residential, so day-to-day life tends to spill over into neighbouring Chermside, home to one of Brisbane's largest shopping and dining precincts. That proximity means residents get the quiet of a suburban street without giving up easy access to cafes, restaurants and entertainment options just a few minutes' drive away. Locally, the suburb's own strips are more modest, catering to everyday needs, while Stafford next door adds a handful of additional cafes and takeaway options for those who'd rather stay closer to home.
Shopping
The Westfield Chermside centre is the standout drawcard for the area, offering full-line department stores, a cinema, and an extensive range of specialty retailers, all within easy reach of Stafford Heights. Closer to home, smaller shopping strips in Stafford and Chermside West cover groceries, pharmacies and everyday essentials, meaning residents rarely need to travel far for either a quick errand or a full day of shopping.
Getting around
Being an inner-northern suburb, Stafford Heights benefits from decent bus connections linking through to Chermside's major bus interchange, which in turn provides fast services into the CBD and connections across Brisbane's northern suburbs. The suburb doesn't have its own train station, but nearby Kedron and Alderley offer alternative routes into the city for those who prefer rail, and the Inner City Bypass and Gympie Arterial Road make driving in and out of the area relatively straightforward for a suburb this close to town.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Stafford Heights State School serving as the suburb's own primary option, alongside Somerset Hills State School and the Queen of Apostles Primary School's Chuter Street Campus nearby. This spread of choices, combined with proximity to secondary schools in surrounding suburbs, is part of what makes Stafford Heights a popular choice for parents wanting an established, community-feel suburb without moving too far from the city.
Housing & architecture
The current housing stock leans heavily towards classic Brisbane character — think brick and timber homes from the 1950s and 60s, many sitting on generously sized blocks that take advantage of the suburb's elevated terrain. Listings data shows the market here is almost entirely houses, with no unit or townhouse stock currently for sale, underlining the suburb's identity as a low-density, family-home area rather than a hub for medium-density development.
The property market
Stafford Heights has recorded strong momentum recently, with house prices climbing 15.0% to bring the median to $1.26 million. That's a significant shift for a suburb once considered an affordable alternative to its inner-city neighbours, and it reflects growing buyer appetite for elevated, character-filled homes within easy reach of Chermside and the CBD. Renters, meanwhile, face a median asking rent of $700 a week, positioning Stafford Heights as a solidly upper-tier suburb in Brisbane's northern corridor, appealing to both owner-occupiers and investors drawn by its consistent, family-oriented demand.
Market snapshot
Stafford Heights property market
Median sale price
$1.26m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.01m
Median
$1.26m
Premium
$1.62m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
88%
Sold this year
67
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +9.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Stafford Heights, QLD 4053.
Population
6,992
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$2,159
median, per week
Median rent
$415
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Stafford Heights
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Queen of Apostles Primary School - Chuter Street Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Stafford Heights
$1.20m
12 Falkirk Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.57m
12 Chaplin Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.06m
237 Appleby Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.27m
103 Moree Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.40m
8 Tara Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.25m
16 Flockton Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.45m
8 Farrant Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.42m
4 Loren 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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Common questions
Stafford Heights suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Stafford Heights?
The median house price in Stafford Heights, QLD is $1.26m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 15.0%.
How much is rent in Stafford Heights?
The median weekly rent in Stafford Heights is around $700 per week.
Is Stafford Heights a good place to live?
Stafford Heights is a northern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Stafford Heights is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 6,992 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Stafford Heights?
Stafford Heights has a population of 6,992 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Stafford Heights?
There are 3 schools in or near Stafford Heights, including Queen of Apostles Primary School - Chuter Street Campus, Somerset Hills State School and Stafford Heights State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Stafford Heights?
Properties in Stafford Heights take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 88%.
How much do you need to buy in Stafford Heights?
Entry-level properties in Stafford Heights start around $1.01m, while premium homes reach $1.62m.
What suburbs are near Stafford Heights?
Suburbs near Stafford Heights include Chermside, Chermside West, Stafford, Kedron and Alderley.
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