What is Albion known for?

Albion is known for its vibrant café and restaurant scene on Albion Road, the Doomben Racecourse, and excellent public transport access via Albion station. The suburb has become increasingly popular with young professionals and families seeking inner Brisbane living.

How far is Albion from Brisbane CBD?

Albion is approximately 5 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, with a train journey of around 10-12 minutes from Albion station.

Does Albion have public transport?

Albion has its own railway station on the Doomben and Airport Lines, providing frequent direct services to Brisbane CBD. Bus routes also serve the suburb, making it very well-connected.

What is the population of Albion?

According to the 2021 Census, Albion has a population of approximately 3,446 residents within the City of Brisbane local government area.

Is Albion a good place to live?

Albion is a highly desirable inner Brisbane suburb offering vibrant café culture, excellent train access, and a premium residential character. It suits young professionals, couples, and families who value inner-city living with a community feel.

What is the postcode for Albion?

The postcode for Albion is 4010.

Albion (Brisbane - Qld)

QLD 4010 • Queensland

3,446

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

1.31 km²

Area

N/A

Median Rent

Inner CityYoung ProfessionalsWell-ConnectedCharacter HomesGrowth Suburb

About Albion (Brisbane - Qld)

Albion is a vibrant inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 4 kilometres from the CBD in the postcode 4010. With a population of around 3,446 residents, it is a diverse and increasingly sought-after suburb known for its leafy streets, character Queenslander homes, and a strong sense of community. Albion is bordered by Bowen Hills, Wooloowin, and Lutwyche, sitting in one of Brisbane's most well-connected inner-north corridors.

Albion offers an enviable inner-city lifestyle with a growing café, bar, and dining scene centred around Sandgate Road and the emerging Albion Exchange precinct. The suburb is popular with young professionals, couples, and families drawn by its excellent transport links — Albion train station connects to the CBD in just 7–9 minutes — as well as parklands, cycle paths, and proximity to universities. The Albion Peace Avenue Markets and local eateries add to its community character.

Albion (Brisbane - Qld) falls under postcode 4010 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clayfield electorate.

📍 Location

State

Queensland

Postcode

4010

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Brisbane

State Electorate

Clayfield

Type

Locality

Timezone

Brisbane (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-27.43°, 153.04°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

1.31 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albion Station

0.5 km

6 min

Wooloowin Station

1.1 km

14 min

Bowen Hills Station

1.3 km

16 min

Bus Services

320,322,324 — Brisbane CBD / Bowen Hills 10–15 min
370 — Lutwyche / Stafford 10–20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance

4 km

By Train

7–9 min (direct, every 10 min peak)

By Bus

15–20 min

By Car (Peak)

Approx 15–20 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

Approx 10 min

🛣️ Excellent rail connectivity. Albion Station is a key interchange with planned upgrades as part of Cross River Rail.

Walkability Very Walkable

Albion is very walkable with good local amenities, cafés, parks, and a train station within easy reach on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

3,446

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021