| Bald Hills, a suburb of just 13sq kms, includes 2200 properties and is the northen most suburb in the Brisbane City Council Municipality. It is located on the South Pine River, only 17km from Brisbane CBD and has close proximity to the North South Freeway, Gateway Arterial and the beachside attractions of Sandgate and Redcliffe. There are both private and public schools and a childcare centre located in Bald Hills and has as its central focus the Bald Hills railway station. .
The population of Bald Hills in 2001 was 5,853 people. By 2006 the population was 5,852 showing a stable population in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Bald Hills is 30 - 39 years. Households in Bald Hills are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying between $600.00 - $800.00 per month on mortgage repayments. In 2001, 75% of the homes in Bald Hills were owner-occupied compared with 77% in 2006.
Currently the median sale price of houses in the area is $382,000 with a 9% capital growth in the 2008-09 year.
Easy access to public transport provides the best of both worlds. Enjoy the tranquility of living close to the hills, yet with public transport close enough to take you right into the heart of the city with ease. The suburb also offers diverse living with ever changing streetscapes catering for both first home buyers right through to luxurious, up market living. |
