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Kedron QLD 4031

Kedron is a leafy, family-friendly suburb in Brisbane’s inner north, known for its Queenslander homes, strong school precinct, and the Kedron Brook green corridor. It offers convenient access to the CBD and airport via major roads and tunnels, plus abundant parks and bike paths.

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Why families consider Kedron

Mix of established families, young professionals, and long-term locals; predominantly detached houses with some townhouses and low-rise apartments along main corridors. Lifestyle revolves around schools, cafes, and the Kedron Brook bikeway, with dog-friendly parks and a quiet suburban feel close to city amenities.

Amenities & services

  • Westfield Chermside (major retail and dining)
  • Lutwyche City Shopping Centre
  • Stafford City Shopping Centre
  • Local cafes and eateries along Gympie Rd and Kedron Park Rd
  • The Prince Charles Hospital (Chermside)
  • St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside (Chermside)
  • North West Private Hospital (Everton Park)
  • Chermside Library (Chermside)
  • Grange Library (Grange)
  • Stafford Library (Stafford)
  • Nundah Library (Nundah)

Transport & connectivity

  • Nearby train stations: Wooloowin, Albion, Eagle Junction
  • Northern Busway: Kedron Brook and Lutwyche stations with frequent city services (e.g., 333, 340, 370)
  • Major roads: Gympie Rd (A3), Lutwyche Rd, Stafford Rd, Kedron Park Rd
  • AirportlinkM7 tunnel access to Airport and Inner City Bypass

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Kedron Brook Bikeway (cycling, running, dog-walking)
  • Bradbury Park ninja course and playground
  • Mercer Park sports fields and skate facilities
  • Shaw Park Tennis Centre (nearby)
  • Kedron Wavell Services Club and Event Cinemas Chermside (nearby)
  • Kedron Brook Parklands
  • Bradbury Park
  • Mercer Park
  • Kalinga Park (adjacent)
  • 7th Brigade Park (nearby)
  • Shaw Park (nearby)

Education context

Good availability of long day care, kindergartens, and OSHC services (e.g., C&K and private centres); peak demand for under‑2s can lead to waitlists.

  • QUT Kelvin Grove (Kelvin Grove)
  • QUT Gardens Point (Brisbane CBD)
  • The University of Queensland (St Lucia)
  • Australian Catholic University (Banyo)
  • Griffith University (South Bank/Mt Gravatt via busway)