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Kedron

QLD 4031 • Greater Brisbane

9,907
Population (2021)
$109,876
Median Household Income
3.62 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
Inner NorthWell-ConnectedFamily-FriendlyEstablished Suburb

About Kedron

Kedron is a well-established inner-north Brisbane suburb, located just 7 kilometres from the CBD along the popular Gympie Road corridor. With a population approaching 10,000, it offers an attractive mix of post-war character homes and modern townhouse developments. The suburb is exceptionally well-served by the Northern Busway via Kedron Brook station, providing rapid transit to the city centre. Its position along Kedron Brook gives the suburb valued green corridors and pleasant walking trails.

Life in Kedron centres on convenience and community. The local shopping strip on Gympie Road offers cafés, restaurants, and everyday services, while nearby Chermside provides major retail at Westfield. Kedron Brook Bikeway is a favourite for cyclists and joggers, winding through parklands toward the coast. The suburb attracts young professionals and families who appreciate the quick city commute, quality schools like Padua College and Mount Alvernia, and a genuine neighbourhood feel without inner-city prices.

Kedron falls under postcode 4031 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Stafford electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4031
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner North-West
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Lilley
State Electorate
Stafford
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.40°, 153.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
3.62 km²
Elevation
33m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

143 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kedron
1 km
12 min
Bowen Hills
3.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 345, 346, 360 — Brisbane CBD (Queen Street / Cultural Centre) 15-25 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
No direct rail; frequent buses via Inner Northern Busway to CBD
By Car (Peak)
15-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Well-connected by bus via Gympie Road and the Inner Northern Busway; close to Airport Link tunnel

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Kedron has good bus connections and local shops along Gympie Road accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    346 Gympie Road Kedron 4031 QLD

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Kedron. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
832.9 / 100k
2yr Down 25.0% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
371.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 77.2%
Non-FV assault
713.9 / 100k
2yr Up 17.9% 10yr Up 138.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
29 / 100k
2yr Down 15.0% 10yr Up 83.4%
Steal from vehicle
616.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 28.4%
View all offence categories for Brisbane →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,359
Census 2021
9,907
▲ 5.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$47,060
Personal Income 2021
$57,564
▲ 22.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$57,564 / yr
$1107/wk
Household
$109,876 / yr
$2113/wk
Family
$147,784 / yr
$2842/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,534
Born Overseas 2,021

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 302
  • 2. England 255
  • 3. India 210
  • 4. Philippines 125
  • 5. Italy 66
  • 6. South Africa 58
  • 7. United States 54
  • 8. Nepal 45
  • 9. Fiji 41
  • 10. South Korea 41

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,728
Australian 3,447
Irish 1,579
Scottish 1,167
Italian 693
German 617
Indian 284
Chinese 243
Australian Aboriginal 223
Filipino 180

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,528
Both parents born in Australia
2,536
Both parents born overseas
1,485
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.0%
No Religion
41.2%
Hinduism
2.0%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.9%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
579 (5.8%)
5-14 years
1,220 (12.3%)
15-19 years
639 (6.4%)
20-24 years
705 (7.1%)
25-34 years
1,792 (18.1%)
35-44 years
1,635 (16.5%)
45-54 years
1,425 (14.4%)
55-64 years
915 (9.2%)
65-74 years
569 (5.7%)
75-84 years
262 (2.6%)
85+ years
159 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kedron known for? +

Kedron is a well-established inner-north Brisbane suburb, located just 7 kilometres from the CBD along the popular Gympie Road corridor. With a population approaching 10,000, it offers an attractive mix of post-war character homes and modern townhouse developments.

How far is Kedron from Brisbane CBD? +

Kedron is approximately 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Drive times vary depending on traffic conditions.

Does Kedron have public transport? +

Kedron is served by local bus routes. For specific timetables and routes, check Transport NSW or the relevant state transport authority.

What is the population of Kedron? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kedron has a population of approximately 9,907 residents. It is a well-established suburb within the Brisbane (City).

Is Kedron a good place to live? +

Kedron offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with access to local amenities and services. It suits a range of residents from families to retirees, depending on personal preferences for pace of life and proximity to urban centres.

What is the postcode for Kedron? +

The postcode for Kedron, QLD is 4031.

What is the average income in Kedron? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kedron is about $1,107 per week (around $57,600 per year). The median household income is $2,113 per week and the median family income is $2,842 per week.

What is the age profile of Kedron? +

The median age in Kedron is 35. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,792 residents, around 18%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Kedron a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kedron is part of the Brisbane LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Kedron? +

In Kedron, the median weekly rent is $380, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).