Question 1

Is Upper Kedron a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Upper Kedron sits in the foothills of the D'Aguilar Range on the upper reaches of Kedron Brook. It has a semi-rural, low-density character defined by bushland reserves, winding tree-lined streets and a mix of hobby farms, larger forested blocks and conventional family homes, so it tends to suit buyers after space and a quieter lifestyle rather than urban bustle. Outdoor recreation is a strong feature, with nearby walking and mountain bike trails, while everyday shops and rail services are in Ferny Grove and village conveniences in Samford are within easy reach via Samford Road.

The suburb has a community of about 5,800 people, a median age of 34 and a median household income of $2,980 a week. Couple families with children make up 62.4% of families and around 73.2% of homes are owner-occupied. Several council and state-funded projects are underway, including the Minnie Street upgrade with a realigned layout, new bike lanes and footpaths, traffic islands and intersection changes, and park upgrades planned for the local reserves. Whether Upper Kedron suits you comes down to what you’re looking for in space, recreation and a settled, semi-rural setting.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Upper Kedron?

Accepted Answer

Buying and renting tell different stories in Upper Kedron. At a median house price of $1,400,900, buying a house there works out to about 9.0 times a typical local household's annual income at the last Census (the local weekly household income at the last Census was $2,980). Renting a house at about $863 a week would take roughly 29% of that weekly household income at the last Census, a moderate share (just under a third). On these figures, buying is more stretched against local incomes than renting; which option feels expensive depends on your own circumstances.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Upper Kedron a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House values in Upper Kedron climbed 12.0% over the past year, a strong rise, while house rents rose 5.2% over the same period. Those two numbers point to stronger capital growth than rental growth on the house side this year; if rental income is your priority the rent figure is the one to watch, while the value change is the key number for capital growth. Whether that balance fits your plans depends on your own goals and circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	$1.40M	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	12.0%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	25	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	19	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$863	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	5.2%	N/A

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