Suburb Intelligence
Bald Hills 4036
Northern suburb — 16km from CBD · Brisbane City Council (Bracken Ridge Ward) · 4.5 km² · Walk Score 30/100
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Bald Hills quietly between Bracken Ridge and Carseldine, a well-established northern suburb that's been around since the 1860s but flies under the radar compared to its flashier neighbours. The Bald Hills State School dates back to 1864 — one of the oldest in the region — and St Paul’s School (Anglican, Prep–12) sits right in the suburb, giving families serious schooling options without leaving the postcode. The Redcliffe Peninsula train line stops at Bald Hills station, making the CBD a 30-minute trip, and you’re bracketed by Carseldine Urban Village to the south and the Bracken Ridge commercial strip to the north. House prices are sub-$1M, a relative bargain in the northern corridor, with 60% growth over five years.
Market Pulse
Living in Bald Hills
Living in Bald Hills: Heritage, Hills, and the Radio Tower
The Bald Hills State School opened in 1864, serving the children of the farming families who had taken up selections in the area. The suburb's name reflects the cleared slopes that distinguished it from the surrounding bush. The Bald Hills radio transmitter was built in 1942 as a strategic military installation during World War II — it's still standing as a landmark today.
Bald Hills railway station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line connects to the CBD in about 30 minutes. St Paul's School (Anglican, Prep–12, ~$8K/yr) is a significant private school draw. The Bald Hills shopping village on Gympie Road handles daily needs. The median of around $950K reflects a suburb with genuine history, solid schools, and good transport connections.
Who Should Buy Here?
Bald Hills is for families who want a slice of Brisbane's history with a train station and good school options. The 1864 school, the 1942 transmitter, and the 2016 railway line tell the story of a suburb that's been part of Brisbane's northern growth for 160 years.
Liveability
Living here
Liveability Score
9/10Schools & Education
Walkability & Lifestyle
- 8 parks covering 11% of area
- 1 per 972
- Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
- Bald Hills Village — local shops, services
- Bracken Ridge Tavern — dining and bottleshop
- Carseldine Urban Village — 5 min drive
- Westfield Chermside — 10 min drive
Transport
Train station: Bald Hills. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.
- ~30 min by train
- ~25 min via Gympie Arterial
- Bus routes: 335, 338, 339, 340
- Brisbane City, Chermside, Bracken Ridge, Carseldine, Strathpine
People & Demographics
Bald Hills has a median age of 38 with 70%. Household income averages $1,720/week (Mid-range for Brisbane north suburbs). Population +2.3% since 2016.
Best Fit
Who Bald Hills suits
Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Bald Hills appeals to these buyer profiles.
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Risk & Due Diligence
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Safety & Crime Intelligence
Crime score: 12/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.
Break-ins −6.5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −18% (2020–24) · Violent −5.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 250 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)
Flood & Environmental Risk
Low overall — minor overland flow near Norris Creek. Low (urban suburb). Always verify your specific property:
- Check Brisbane City Council Flood Awareness Map
- Limited flood planning overlay near creek corridors
- Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot
Development & Infrastructure Pipeline
Bald Hills has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.
- Bald Hills Station — Redcliffe Peninsula line (30 min to CBD)
- St Paul's School — Prep–12 Anglican school
- Gympie Arterial Road — direct connection to Bruce Highway
- Carseldine Urban Village — major renewal project 5 min south
Top Sales
Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimatesRecent recorded sales in Bald Hills across the last 3 months.
Investor Summary
- Investor profile: Established suburb with railway station and private school = steady demand
- Demand indicator: Steady buyer and tenant demand, good affordability
- Gentrification risk: Low — established suburb with stable housing stock
- Subdivision potential: Limited — mostly built-out residential blocks
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Living in Bald Hills: Heritage, Hills, and the Radio Tower
Seventeen kilometres north of the CBD, Bald Hills is one of Brisbane's oldest settlements — the Bald Hills State School was established in 1864. The suburb takes its name from the bare hills that early settlers saw, now covered in homes and trees. Its own station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line, St
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