Queensland location profile
Alexandra Hills QLD 4157
Alexandra Hills is a leafy, family-friendly suburb in Redland City with a relaxed bayside feel and strong community vibe. It offers convenient access to larger shopping and services in nearby Capalaba and Cleveland, plus abundant bushland and parks.
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Why families consider Alexandra Hills
Predominantly established families and long-term residents in detached homes on generous blocks, with some townhouses. Lifestyle is quiet and outdoorsy, centred on local schools, sports clubs and nearby bayside amenities.
Amenities & services
- Alexandra Hills Shopping Centre (Cambridge Dr)
- Capalaba Central & Capalaba Park (nearby)
- Local supermarkets, pharmacies and convenience centres
- GP and dental clinics; Redland Hospital in nearby Cleveland
- Cafes, pubs and restaurants along Finucane Rd and Cambridge Dr
- Alexandra Hills Hotel & Conference Centre
- Capalaba Library (Capalaba)
- Cleveland Library (Cleveland)
Transport & connectivity
- No train station in suburb; nearest: Cleveland, Ormiston and Birkdale (Cleveland line)
- Translink bus routes to Capalaba, Cleveland, Carindale and Brisbane connections
- Major roads: Finucane Rd (State Route 22), Vienna Rd, Windemere Rd, Redland Bay Rd (SR47)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Redlands Track Park (walking, mountain biking)
- Local sports ovals and clubs (soccer, rugby, netball, cricket)
- Playgrounds and off-leash dog areas
- Alexandra Hills Hotel entertainment and dining
- Scribbly Gums Conservation Area (Redlands Track Park)
- Hilliards Creek Parklands
Education context
Good availability of long day care, kindergartens and early learning centres within the suburb and nearby Capalaba/Cleveland; infant places can have waitlists in peak periods.
- Griffith University (Nathan and Mt Gravatt campuses, Brisbane)
- The University of Queensland (St Lucia campus, Brisbane)
- Queensland University of Technology (Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses, Brisbane)