Suburb Intelligence
Shorncliffe 4017
Coastal — Shorncliffe line terminus · Brisbane City Council · 1.6 km² · Walk Score 58/100
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Shorncliffe the terminus of the Shorncliffe train line ? the end of the line, literally and metaphorically ? a bayside village that's kept its character while the rest of Brisbane's waterfront got developed. Twenty kilometres north of the CBD, it's got a heritage-listed pier, the Shorncliffe Baths with their tidal swimming enclosure, and a foreshore that feels like a holiday town. St Patrick's College (boarding and day) anchors the education scene, and the historic Shorncliffe Hotel has been serving cold beer with bay views since the 1880s.
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Living in Shorncliffe
Living in Shorncliffe: End of the Line, Edge of the Bay
The Shorncliffe Pier at night — a heritage-listed landmark that's been part of Brisbane's bayside fabric for over a century. The pier, the baths, the hotel, and the train line terminus make Shorncliffe one of the most distinctive coastal villages on the peninsula.
The Shorncliffe Pier and Shorncliffe Baths — a tidal swimming enclosure — have drawn Brisbanites to the bay for generations. The pier, heritage-listed, juts into Bramble Bay and is one of the most photographed landmarks on the peninsula. The Shorncliffe Hotel, established in the 1880s, has been serving cold beer with bay views for over 140 years — a genuine local institution.
St Patrick's College (Catholic secondary, boarding and day, est. 1955, ~$8K/yr) dominates the suburb's educational landscape. The Shorncliffe railway station is the terminus of the line — 30 minutes to the CBD, with frequent services. The suburb is mostly elevated homes with bay views, commanding a premium for the outlook and the village atmosphere. The median of $1.35M reflects that coastal premium — one of the higher medians on the peninsula, driven by limited supply and consistent demand.
Who Should Buy Here?
Shorncliffe is for buyers who want genuine coastal character with a train line — the pier at sunrise, the baths on a summer afternoon, the hotel for Sunday sessions, and St Patrick's for the kids. It's expensive for the peninsula, but there's nothing else quite like it.
Liveability
Living here
Liveability Score
6/10Schools & Education
Walkability & Lifestyle
- 6 parks covering 12% of area
- 1 per 1,000
- Bike Score: Moderate — scenic bayside
- Shorncliffe Village
- Sandgate 5 min
Transport
Train station: Shorncliffe. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.
- ~35 min by train
- ~28 min via Sandgate Rd
- Bus routes: 310, 690
- North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City, Redcliffe
People & Demographics
Shorncliffe has a median age of 44 with 52%. Household income averages $1,650/week (Mid-range). Population +5% since 2016.
Best Fit
Who Shorncliffe suits
Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Shorncliffe appeals to these buyer profiles.
Property Data
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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
Moderate — coastal. Low. Always verify your specific property:
- Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer
- Coastal overlay
- Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot
Development & Infrastructure Pipeline
Shorncliffe has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.
- Shorncliffe Station — terminus
- Shorncliffe Pier
- St Patrick's College
Top Sales
Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimatesRecent recorded sales in Shorncliffe across the last 3 months.
Investor Summary
- Investor profile: Premium bayside
- Demand indicator: Low stock, high demand
- Gentrification risk: High
- Subdivision potential: Very limited
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Living in Shorncliffe: End of the Line, Edge of the Bay
The terminus of the Shorncliffe train line — the end of the line, literally and figuratively. Named after a Kentish seaside town, Shorncliffe has been a coastal escape for Brisbanites since the 1880s. Heritage pier, tidal baths, the Shorncliffe Hotel with its bay views since the 1880s, and St Patric
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