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Seven Hills

QLD 4170 • Greater Brisbane

2,732
Population (2021)
$150,176
Median Household Income
1.57 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentLeafyEstablishedCBD-Adjacent

About Seven Hills

Seven Hills is an established, leafy residential suburb situated approximately 5 kilometres east of Brisbane CBD, within the Brisbane City Council local government area in Queensland's inner eastern corridor. With a population of 2,732 and a median age of 37, it is a predominantly owner-occupying community of families and professionals attracted to the suburb's elevated topography, quiet tree-lined streets, and proximity to the city. A median household income of ,888 per week and median monthly mortgage of ,700 place Seven Hills firmly among Brisbane's more affluent inner-east addresses, reflecting consistently strong demand for housing in this tightly held suburb.

Seven Hills is highly regarded for its school catchments, most notably Cavendish Road State High School — one of Queensland's best-performing state secondary schools — alongside several well-regarded Catholic and independent schools in surrounding suburbs. Most day-to-day amenities are accessed at nearby Old Cleveland Road retail strips in Coorparoo and Camp Hill, or at Coorparoo Square shopping centre. Brisbane City Council bus services connect the suburb to the CBD in approximately 20 minutes, and the Norman Park and Morningside train stations on the Cleveland Line are both within a short drive or walk. The combination of elevated city views, prestigious school catchments, leafy streets, and inner-east location makes Seven Hills one of Brisbane's most consistently sought-after family suburbs.

Seven Hills falls under postcode 4170 and is governed by Brisbane Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bulimba electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4170
Urban Area
Brisbane City - Inner East
LGA / Council
Brisbane
Federal Electorate
Griffith
State Electorate
Bulimba
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.48°, 153.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
1.57 km²
Elevation
32m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,700
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
37 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Norman Park
1.5 km
18 min
Morningside
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Brisbane City Council Routes 200, 201, 204 — Brisbane CBD (Adelaide St) 20–25 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
Short drive/walk to Norman Park station then ~15 min to Roma Street on Cleveland Line
By Car (Peak)
15–25 min via Old Cleveland Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
10–15 min

🛣️ Well-connected by bus along Old Cleveland Road; near Gateway Motorway and Pacific Motorway interchange

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The hilly terrain and spread-out layout mean a car is helpful, but bus stops, local parks, and some retail are accessible on foot for most residents

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Brisbane Local Government Area, which contains Seven Hills. 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
2,211
Census 2021
2,732
▲ 23.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$49,036
Personal Income 2021
$59,436
▲ 21.2% 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
$59,436 / yr
$1143/wk
Household
$150,176 / yr
$2888/wk
Family
$175,864 / yr
$3382/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,068
Born Overseas 553

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 131
  • 2. New Zealand 99
  • 3. India 22
  • 4. Ireland 21
  • 5. South Africa 17
  • 6. China 13
  • 7. Canada 12
  • 8. United States 12
  • 9. Fiji 10
  • 10. Germany 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,043
Australian 950
Irish 440
Scottish 296
German 145
Italian 116
Australian Aboriginal 66
Indian 60
Chinese 57
Dutch 46

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,510
Both parents born in Australia
674
Both parents born overseas
431
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.7%
No Religion
42.8%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
165 (6.0%)
5-14 years
441 (16.1%)
15-19 years
196 (7.2%)
20-24 years
141 (5.2%)
25-34 years
297 (10.9%)
35-44 years
441 (16.1%)
45-54 years
453 (16.6%)
55-64 years
251 (9.2%)
65-74 years
150 (5.5%)
75-84 years
98 (3.6%)
85+ years
95 (3.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seven Hills known for? +

Seven Hills QLD is known for its elevated position with city views, quiet leafy streets, and its highly sought-after school catchment — particularly Cavendish Road State High School, consistently one of Queensland's top-performing state secondary schools. It is a prestige family suburb in Brisbane's popular inner east.

How far is Seven Hills from Brisbane CBD? +

Seven Hills is approximately 5 kilometres east of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 10 to 25 minutes depending on traffic via Old Cleveland Road or the Inner City Bypass.

Does Seven Hills have public transport? +

Seven Hills is well-served by Brisbane City Council bus routes along Old Cleveland Road to the CBD (approximately 20 minutes). The Norman Park and Morningside train stations on the Cleveland Line are both within 1.5 to 2 kilometres of most parts of the suburb.

What is the population of Seven Hills? +

Seven Hills had a population of 2,732 at the 2021 Census, up from 2,211 in 2016, reflecting increased infill development in Brisbane's inner east. The suburb is densely occupied relative to its small 1.6 sq km area.

Is Seven Hills a good place to live? +

Seven Hills is considered one of Brisbane's most desirable inner-east suburbs, particularly for families prioritising school catchments, leafy surroundings, and proximity to the CBD. The elevated terrain, quiet streets, and strong community character make it consistently popular, though property prices reflect this demand.

What is the postcode for Seven Hills? +

The postcode for Seven Hills, Queensland is 4170, which it shares with neighbouring suburbs including Coorparoo and Norman Park.

What is the average income in Seven Hills? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Seven Hills is about $1,143 per week (around $59,400 per year). The median household income is $2,888 per week and the median family income is $3,382 per week.

What is the age profile of Seven Hills? +

The median age in Seven Hills is 37. The largest age group is 45–54 (453 residents, around 17%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Seven Hills a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Seven Hills 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 Seven Hills? +

In Seven Hills, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,700 (2021 Census).