Suburb Intelligence

Deagon 4017

Northern growth corridor · Brisbane City Council (Deagon Ward) · 3.0 km² · Walk Score 40/100

⚡ Beverley's read

Deagon the smallest suburb in this corridor by land area ? just 1.6 square kilometres ? and it's got the feel of a forgotten village that somehow survived the march of Brisbane's northern sprawl. Thirteen kilometres north of the CBD with the Sandgate Road corridor running through it, it's wedged between the Gateway Arterial and the Boondall Wetlands. The Deagon Deviation takes the traffic pressure off, leaving the residential streets quiet and the local shops serving a community that values its obscurity.

Market Pulse

$880,000

Median house price

+11.5%

YoY growth

$530/week

Median rent

3.5%

Rental yield

28–35 avg

Days on market

Snapshot updated May 2026. Source: Public property records + market estimates.

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Living in Deagon

Living in Deagon: The Taoist Temple Suburb

Deagon is small — just over 2,000 residents — but it punches above its weight culturally. The Green Pine Taoist Temple on Becketts Road is one of the most architecturally distinctive religious buildings in Brisbane, drawing visitors from across the city. The Deagon station on the Shorncliffe line, the Deagon Sporting Complex, and the historic Deagon State School (est. 1888) give this tiny suburb an outsized presence.

Deagon developed as a railway stop on the Shorncliffe line, with the station opening in the 1880s. Deagon State School, established in 1888, is one of the older primary schools in the area. The Green Pine Taoist Temple — with its striking traditional Chinese architecture — adds a layer of cultural diversity that you don't find in most Brisbane suburbs. Deagon Sporting Complex provides sports facilities for the local community.

Deagon railway station on the Shorncliffe line connects to the CBD in about 30 minutes. Sandgate's foreshore and village are five minutes north. For buyers who want a quiet, distinctive pocket near the bay with a train line and genuine character, Deagon is worth discovering — at a median below $880K.

Who Should Buy Here?

Deagon is for buyers who appreciate that a suburb with 2,000 residents, a Taoist temple, an 1888 school, and a train station is something special. It's small, it's quiet, and it's unlike anywhere else on the north side.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

7/10

Schools5/10

Transport6/10

Amenities4/10

Growth10/10

Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Deagon State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public

Est.1888

Sandgate District SHSSecondary (7–12) · Public

Well-regarded

Walkability & Lifestyle

40/ 100 · Car-Dependent

6 parks covering 8% of area
1 per 1,000
Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
Deagon Village local shops

Transport

Train station: Deagon. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.

~28 min by train
~25 min via Sandgate Rd
Bus routes: 310, 320, 330
North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City, Redcliffe

People & Demographics

Deagon has a median age of 36 with 66%. Household income averages $1,650/week (Mid-range). Population +5% since 2016.

3,023

Population

Median age

$1,650/week

Median household income

60%

Owner occupied

1,008/km²

Pop. density

2.7 people

Avg household size

Professionals

Top occupation

Around national median

Queensland — 5th decile

Diversity Index

22% not Anglo-Australian

Top Ancestries

English (30%) · Australian (28%) · New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Deagon suits

Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Deagon appeals to these buyer profiles.

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Families

Deagon offers 2 schools within the suburb and 6 parks, with a median age suited to family life.

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Investors

3.5% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.4%. ~9.8% annual capital growth. Steady buyer and tenant demand

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First Home Buyers

Median house price $880,000. 1 train station for city access.

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Downsizers

Unit median $450,000. ~28 min by train · Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$880,000

Median price

+11.5%

YoY growth

+3%

Quarterly growth

+58%

5-year growth

~9.8%

Annual capital growth

Sales volume (12mo)

28–35 avg

Days on market

60%

Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$450,000

Median price

+10%

YoY growth

+3.5%

Quarterly growth

Sales volume (12mo)

20–28 avg

Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$530/week

Median rent

3.5%

Gross yield

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

+1.5%

Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$400/week

Median rent

4.6%

Gross yield

+7.5%

Rent growth (YoY)

Demand indicators

Vacancy rate: 1.4%

Steady — growing corridor with good amenity and transport links

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 20/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

35% lower than QLD avg

Break-ins vs QLD avg

22% lower than nat avg

Break-ins vs national

30% lower

Vehicle theft vs QLD

25% lower

Violent crime vs QLD

Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −14% (2020–24) · Violent −4.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 195 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low — elevated. Low. Always verify your specific property:

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Council flood planning overlay may apply
Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Deagon has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Deagon Sporting Complex Upgrade

Sports field improvements

Infrastructure

Deagon Station — Shorncliffe line
Sandgate District SHS

Population projection: Projected ~4000–5000 by 2036

Top Sales

Recorded examples · verify current status

Recent recorded sales in Deagon across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice

May 2026 — 1 sale

May 20264br, 22 Deagon St$1,150,000

Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~9.8%

Annual capital growth

3.5%

House rental yield

Units: 4.6%

1.4%

Vacancy rate

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

Investor profile: Quiet near Sandgate
Demand indicator: Steady buyer and tenant demand
Gentrification risk: Low
Subdivision potential: Limited

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Deagon: The Taoist Temple Suburb

Between Taigum and Sandgate, Deagon is a tiny suburb with an outsized claim to fame: the Green Pine Taoist Temple, one of the most distinctive religious buildings in Brisbane. Its station on the Shorncliffe line, the Deagon Sporting Complex, and proximity to Sandgate's foreshore make it a quiet but

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Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · QPS Crime Statistics · MySchool / ACARA NAPLAN · Council flood mapping · WalkScore.com · QLD Government population projections · TransLink GTFS. Property data is indicative — verify with current sales. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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