Upper Kedron
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Upper Kedron, QLD 4055.
About Upper Kedron
Welcome to Upper Kedron
Upper Kedron sits around 13 kilometres north-west of the Brisbane CBD, tucked into the leafy corridor where the city's suburban sprawl gives way to the D'Aguilar Range foothills. Bordered by Ferny Grove, Ferny Hills, The Gap and Camp Mountain, it's a pocket that trades inner-city bustle for bushland outlooks and a genuine sense of space, while still keeping commuters within reach of town.
It's a suburb that tends to suit families and those upgrading from busier, denser postcodes — people after a bigger block, a bit of bush at the back fence, and a quieter pace, without giving up on Brisbane altogether. With a median age of 34 and a population of around 5,800, Upper Kedron reads as a settled, family-oriented community rather than a transient rental market.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Upper Kedron leans heavily on the outdoors. The suburb backs onto D'Aguilar National Park and the wider Enoggera Reservoir catchment, giving residents a green, hilly backdrop that's unusual to find this close to Brisbane's centre. For day-to-day dining and socialising, most locals head into neighbouring The Gap or Ferny Grove, both of which have established cafe strips, pubs and casual restaurants, meaning Upper Kedron itself stays quiet and residential while everything you need is a short drive away.
Shopping
Upper Kedron doesn't have a major retail centre of its own, and that's very much by design — residents make the quick trip to The Gap Village or Ferny Grove for supermarkets, specialty shops and everyday errands. Arana Hills and Mitchelton are also within easy reach for a bigger shopping run, giving the area good access to retail without the traffic and noise that comes with hosting it locally.
Getting around
Ferny Grove railway station, on the doorstep of the suburb, is the standout transport link, offering direct services into the Brisbane CBD and making Upper Kedron a genuine option for commuters who'd rather not drive the whole way in. Buses supplement the rail line for more local trips, while Waterworks Road and Samford Road connect residents out to the Inner City Bypass and beyond. Given the terrain, a car remains the practical choice for most day-to-day movement around the suburb and to neighbouring Camp Mountain and Ferny Hills.
Parks & recreation
This is a suburb built around its green space. Direct access to D'Aguilar National Park means bushwalking, mountain biking and picnicking are all on the doorstep, while Enoggera Reservoir nearby is popular for walking tracks and water views. Local parks and sporting fields cater to junior sport, and the semi-rural character of many blocks means backyard space is generally more generous than closer to the city.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for both within Upper Kedron and in the surrounding suburbs, with Ferny Grove State School and Ferny Grove State High School among the local options, alongside other Ferny Hills and The Gap schools nearby. The area's popularity with families is reflected in its dwelling mix and median age, and larger blocks with room for kids and pets are part of the drawcard.
The property market
Upper Kedron's property market is overwhelmingly house-driven — 91% of current listings are houses against just 9% land, underlining its identity as an established, low-density residential pocket rather than a growth-corridor estate. The median house price currently sits at $1.34 million, following growth of 10.7% recently, a sign of continued strong demand for the suburb's larger blocks and bushland setting. Renters are looking at a median of $845 a week, reflecting the same premium placed on space and lifestyle that's pushing purchase prices upward.
Market snapshot
Upper Kedron property market
Median sale price
$1.34m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$845
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.11m
Median
$1.34m
Premium
$1.68m
Days on market
15
Auction clearance
52%
Sold this year
55
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +9.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Upper Kedron by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Upper Kedron, QLD 4055.
Population
5,800
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,980
median, per week
Median rent
$455
per week
Median mortgage
$2,383
per month
Mortgage / income
18%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Upper Kedron
$1.72m
16 Nyamber Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.39m
6 Pickering Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.51m
23 Kingfisher Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
25 Kite Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.45m
15 Panorama Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.92m
4 Albatross Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
21 Ascent Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.29m
13 Sundown Circuit
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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Upper Kedron suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Upper Kedron?
The median house price in Upper Kedron, QLD is $1.34m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.7%.
How much is rent in Upper Kedron?
The median weekly rent in Upper Kedron is around $845 per week.
Is Upper Kedron a good place to live?
Upper Kedron is an outer north-western suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Upper Kedron is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 5,800.
What is the population of Upper Kedron?
Upper Kedron has a population of 5,800 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
How long do homes take to sell in Upper Kedron?
Properties in Upper Kedron take around 15 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 52%.
How much do you need to buy in Upper Kedron?
Entry-level properties in Upper Kedron start around $1.11m, while premium homes reach $1.68m.
What suburbs are near Upper Kedron?
Suburbs near Upper Kedron include Ferny Grove, Gap, Camp Mountain, Ferny Hills and The Gap.
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