Suburb Intelligence

Fitzgibbon 4018

Northern suburb — 16.5km from Brisbane CBD · Brisbane City Council (Bracken Ridge Ward) · 3.1 km² · Walk Score 30/100

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Fitzgibbon one of Brisbane's newest suburbs ? carved out of Carseldine in 2012 and still taking shape around the Holy Spirit College (a brand-new Catholic secondary that opened in 2022). Fifteen kilometres north of the CBD with Carseldine station at its doorstep, it's designed around the Urban Village concept with higher-density living, parks, and retail all within walking distance. This is the test case for modern urban infill in Brisbane's north ? and early signs suggest it's working.

Market Pulse

$900,000

Median house price

+12.0%

YoY growth

$600/week

Median rent

3.5%

Rental yield

25–30 avg

Days on market

Living in Fitzgibbon

Living in Fitzgibbon: Brisbane's Newest Suburb

Fitzgibbon is Brisbane's newest suburb, carved out of Carseldine in 2012. It's a test case for modern urban infill — higher density, walkable, transit-oriented. Holy Spirit College (Catholic secondary, opened 2022) is the educational anchor. Carseldine station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line is a 10-minute walk. Early signs suggest the experiment is working.

Fitzgibbon was created as part of the Fitzgibbon Urban Development Area — a 295-hectare renewal zone covering parts of Carseldine, Bald Hills, Taigum, and Deagon. The suburb is named after a pioneering Brisbane family. It's still taking shape, with new homes, parks, and streets being added as development rolls out.

Holy Spirit College (Catholic secondary, opened 2022) is the suburb's educational anchor. Carseldine station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line is a 10-minute walk. The Carseldine Urban Village — with retail and commercial precinct — is adjacent. Fitzgibbon represents the future of Brisbane's north: denser, more walkable, transit-oriented.

Who Should Buy Here?

Fitzgibbon is for buyers who want a brand-new home in a walkable, transit-oriented community — the test case for Brisbane's urban infill future. If the model works, Fitzgibbon will be the blueprint for the next generation of northern suburbs.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

7/10

Schools6/10

Transport3/10

Amenities6/10

Growth10/10

Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Holy Spirit CollegeSecondary (7–12) · Catholic · ~$6,000/yr

New Catholic secondary (opened 2022) eventually for 900 students; modern facilities

🚗 Nearby schools

Taigum State School · Primary (P–6) · Public

Established primary with solid NAPLAN baseline

Taigum · ~4 min drive

Aspley State High School · Secondary (7–12) · Public

Comprehensive public high school with specialist programs

Aspley · ~8 min drive

Sandgate District State High School · Secondary (7–12) · Public

Well-regarded coastal high school with strong programs

Deagon · ~8 min drive

Walkability & Lifestyle

30/ 100 · Car-Dependent

8 parks covering 11% of area
1 per 787 residents
Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
Fitzgibbon retail strip — medical centre, convenience store, dining
Bracken Ridge Plaza — 4 min drive
Westfield Chermside — 8 min drive

Transport

No train station within the suburb — bus services provide public transport connections.

~25 min by car / ~40 min by bus
~25 min via Telegraph Road / Gympie Arterial
Bus routes: 335, 338, 339
Brisbane City, Chermside, Carseldine, Aspley

People & Demographics

Fitzgibbon has a median age of 33 with 70% family households. Household income averages $1,780/week (Mid-range for Brisbane north suburbs). Population +11.3% since 2016 (from 5,656).

6,296

Population

Median age

$1,780/week

Median household income

52%

Owner occupied

2,030/km²

Pop. density

2.7 people

Avg household size

Professionals

Top occupation

Around national median advantage level

Queensland — 5th decile

Diversity Index

45% not Anglo-Australian (3rd+ gen)

Top Ancestries

English (24%) · Australian (22%) · Indian (10%)

Best Fit

Who Fitzgibbon suits

Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Fitzgibbon appeals to these buyer profiles.

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Families

Fitzgibbon offers 1 schools within the suburb and 8 parks, with a median age suited to family life.

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Investors

3.5% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.3%. ~10.8% annually annual capital growth. Steady demand with good rental yields

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First Home Buyers

Median house price $900,000 — may stretch budgets, but consider units for a more accessible entry point.

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Downsizers

Unit median $540,000 with Fitzgibbon retail strip — medical centre, convenience store, dining, Bracken Ridge Plaza — 4 min drive, Westfield Chermside — 8 min drive nearby. ~25 min by car / ~40 min by bus · Units yield 4.4%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$900,000

Median price

+12.0%

YoY growth

+3.0%

Quarterly growth

+67% (since 2021)

5-year growth

~10.8% annually

Annual capital growth

65 in past 12 months

Sales volume (12mo)

25–30 avg

Days on market

52%

Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$540,000

Median price

+10.0%

YoY growth

+3.5%

Quarterly growth

35 in past 12 months

Sales volume (12mo)

18–25 avg

Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$600/week

Median rent

3.5%

Gross yield

+6.8%

Rent growth (YoY)

+1.6%

Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$460/week

Median rent

4.4%

Gross yield

+7.5%

Rent growth (YoY)

Demand indicators

Vacancy rate: 1.3%

Steady — newer suburb close to Chermside with diverse population and good amenity

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 18/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

38% lower than QLD average

Break-ins vs QLD avg

25% lower than national average

Break-ins vs national

32% lower than QLD average

Vehicle theft vs QLD

28% lower than QLD average

Violent crime vs QLD

Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −5.5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −15% (2020–24) · Violent −4.8% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 195 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low — former landfill site capped and developed; modern stormwater management. 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 overlay near Cabbage Tree Creek
Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Fitzgibbon has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Fitzgibbon Community Centre

Family-friendly learning and social inclusion hub serving the diverse local community

Infrastructure

Fitzgibbon Community Centre — social inclusion hub
Telegraph Road — major arterial connection
Emily Seebohm Aquatic Centre (nearby)
Close to Westfield Chermside and Prince Charles Hospital

Population projection: Projected ~7,500–8,500 by 2036 (completing current development)

Top Sales

Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimates

Recent recorded sales in Fitzgibbon across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice

May 2026 — 1 sale

May 20264br house, 22 Roghan Rd$1,150,000

Apr 2026 — 2 sales

Apr 20264br house, 45 Beams Rd$1,050,000

Apr 20263br house, 15 Lacey Rd$880,000

Mar 2026 — 2 sales

Mar 20263br house, 8 Telegraph Rd$980,000

Mar 20262br unit, 12/35 Beams Rd$620,000

Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~10.8% annually

Annual capital growth

3.5%

House rental yield

Units: 4.4%

1.3%

Vacancy rate

+6.8%

Rent growth (YoY)

Investor profile: Developing suburb close to Chermside with diverse population and good rental demand
Demand indicator: Steady demand with good rental yields
Gentrification risk: Low-moderate — gradually improving housing stock
Subdivision potential: Limited — mostly built-out residential

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Fitzgibbon: Brisbane's Newest Suburb

Carved out of Carseldine in 2012, Fitzgibbon is Brisbane's newest suburb — a test case for modern urban infill in the northern corridor. Fifteen kilometres from the CBD with Carseldine station at its doorstep, it's designed around the Urban Village concept: higher-density living, parks, and retail w

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Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · QPS Crime Statistics · MySchool / ACARA NAPLAN · Council flood mapping · WalkScore.com · QLD Government population projections · TransLink GTFS. Property data is indicative — verify with current sales. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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