Suburb Intelligence Report
Aspley 4034
Northern suburb — 13.4km from Brisbane CBD · Brisbane City Council (Bracken Ridge / Marchant / McDowall Wards) · Developed from 1960s, originally Soldiers Flat / Little Cabbage Tree Creek
At a glance
Aspley 13km north of the CBD, firmly in that sweet spot where you get proper suburban living without losing touch with the city. It's anchored by the Aspley Hypermarket and a serious cluster of schools ? five within the suburb alone ? making it a magnet for families who want choices without driving kids across town every morning. The median age of 40 tells you it's an established crowd, but with 12% annual growth and Westfield Chermside five minutes south, there's still plenty of energy here.
Crime is 35% lower than QLD average (break-ins vs QLD) and violent crime is 25% lower than QLD average. Population of 12,871 (2021), growing +6.3% since 2016 (from 12,108).
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People & Demographics
Aspley has a median age of 40 and 75% family households. Population +6.3% since 2016 (from 12,108). Projected: Projected ~14,000–15,000 by 2036 (moderate infill growth).
Education
NAPLAN context below. For detailed school-level NAPLAN scores and trend data, visit MySchool (myschool.edu.au).
These top-rated schools are a short drive from Aspley.
Walkability & Amenities
- 18 parks including Marchant Park, Aspley Park, sports ovals
- 1 per 715 residents across playgrounds, sports fields, bushland reserves
- Aspley Hypermarket — major shopping centre with Woolworths, Big W, specialty stores
- Aspley Village — local retail and dining
- Westfield Chermside — 5 min drive (~3km)
Transport
No train station within the suburb — bus services provide public transport connections.
- ~30 min by car / ~40 min by bus
- ~30 min via Gympie Road
- Bus routes: 325, 326, 335, 337, 340, 350, 353, 367, 370, 338
- Brisbane City, Chermside, Brookside, Strathpine
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Rental Market
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Safety & Crime Intelligence
Crime score: 20/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.
Break-ins −5.5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −18% (2020–24) · Violent −7.2% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime victimisation: 1 in 225 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)
Flood & Environmental Risk
Low overall — minor overland flow near Little Cabbage Tree Creek. Low (urban suburb, fully developed residential). Always verify your specific property:
- Check Brisbane City Council Flood Awareness Map for specific property risk
- Limited flood planning areas near creek corridors
- Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot
Development & Infrastructure Pipeline
Aspley has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.
- Westfield Chermside — Queensland's largest shopping centre, 5 min drive
- Prince Charles Hospital / The Prince Charles Hospital precinct — 8 min drive
- Gympie Road major arterial — direct CBD connection
- Brisbane Entertainment Centre — 10 min drive (Boondall)
Investor Summary
Recent Sales
Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + seed data- Investor profile: Steady growth suburb with excellent amenity — schools, shopping, transport corridor
- Demand indicator: Moderate-low vacancy, consistent buyer interest
- Gentrification risk: Moderate — ongoing home improvements but not aggressive knockdown-rebuild like inner-ring suburbs
- Subdivision potential: Limited — mostly built-out, but some larger blocks offer dual-living potential
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