Suburb Intelligence

Nudgee 4014

Northern growth corridor · Brisbane City Council · 4.1 km² · Walk Score 28/100

⚡ Beverley's read

Nudgee one of those suburbs that exists mostly as a postcode for the Nudgee Beach foreshore and the Nudgee Golf Club ? small population (barely 2,700), lots of green space, and a genuine connection to the bay. Eleven kilometres north of the CBD, Nudgee Beach has that wonderfully underdeveloped coastal feel that most of Brisbane's bayside has lost. The Nudgee wetlands are a birdwatcher's paradise, and the golf club gives the suburb its social heart. It's quiet, it's green, and that's exactly how locals want it to stay.

Market Pulse

$1,020,000

Median house price

+13.5%

YoY growth

$580/week

Median rent

Rental yield

28–35 avg

Days on market

Living in Nudgee

Living in Nudgee: Wetlands, Golf, and Quiet Streets

Nudgee is defined by its landmarks. The Boondall Wetlands on its eastern edge — 1,500 hectares of protected bushland. The Nudgee Golf Club, one of Brisbane's oldest public courses. And St Joseph's Nudgee College, one of Queensland's most prestigious Catholic boarding schools (GPS sporting, ~$18K/yr). The Airport line station connects to the CBD in 20 minutes. For a suburb that most people only know from the college rugby games, Nudgee packs a surprising amount into a small footprint.

Nudgee developed around the railway line in the late 1800s. The Nudgee railway station on the Airport line connects to the CBD in 20 minutes and the airport in 10. The Boondall Wetlands provide walking trails, bird hides, and a green buffer between Nudgee and the airport precinct.

St Joseph's Nudgee College, established in 1891, is one of Brisbane's most prestigious GPS schools, drawing boarding students from across Queensland. Nudgee Golf Club — one of Brisbane's oldest — offers a challenging public course. The suburb is mostly post-war homes on generous blocks. The median of $950K reflects the premium for the college catchment and proximity to the airport and wetlands.

Who Should Buy Here?

Nudgee is for families who want one of Brisbane's best private schools within walking distance, a 20-minute train ride to the CBD, the wetlands on your doorstep. It's a unique combination no other northern suburb can match.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

7/10

Schools4/10

Transport5/10

Amenities5/10

Growth10/10

Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Nudgee State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public

🚗 Nearby schools

St Joseph's Nudgee College · Secondary (5–12) · Private

GPS boys' ~$18k

Boondall · ~5 min drive

Walkability & Lifestyle

28/ 100 · Car-Dependent

8 parks covering 10% of area
1 per 1,000
Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
Nudgee Village local shops

Transport

Train station: Nudgee. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak.

~22 min by train
~25 min via Sandgate Rd
Bus routes: 320, 330
North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City, Redcliffe

People & Demographics

Nudgee has a median age of 38 with 72%. Household income averages $1,650/week (Mid-range). Population +5% since 2016.

2,720

Population

Median age

$1,650/week

Median household income

60%

Owner occupied

663/km²

Pop. density

2.7 people

Avg household size

Professionals

Top occupation

Around national median

Queensland — 5th decile

Diversity Index

22% not Anglo-Australian

Top Ancestries

English (30%) · Australian (28%) · New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Nudgee suits

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

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Families

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

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Investors

3% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.2%. ~11% annual capital growth. Steady buyer and tenant demand

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First Home Buyers

Median house price $1,020,000 — may stretch budgets, but good transport links.

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Downsizers

Unit median $450,000. ~22 min by train · Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$1,020,000

Median price

+13.5%

YoY growth

+3%

Quarterly growth

+70%

5-year growth

~11%

Annual capital growth

Sales volume (12mo)

28–35 avg

Days on market

60%

Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$450,000

Median price

+10%

YoY growth

+3.5%

Quarterly growth

Sales volume (12mo)

20–28 avg

Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$580/week

Median rent

Gross yield

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

+1.5%

Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$400/week

Median rent

4.6%

Gross yield

+7.5%

Rent growth (YoY)

Demand indicators

Vacancy rate: 1.2%

Steady — growing corridor with good amenity and transport links

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 12/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

52% lower than QLD avg

Break-ins vs QLD avg

38% lower than nat avg

Break-ins vs national

45% lower

Vehicle theft vs QLD

40% lower

Violent crime vs QLD

Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −6.5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −18% (2020–24) · Violent −5.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 250 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low-moderate near Nudgee Beach. Low-moderate. Always verify your specific property:

Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer
Council flood planning overlay may apply
Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

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

Nudgee Beach Boardwalk

Foreshore upgrades

Infrastructure

Nudgee Station
Nudgee Beach
Nudgee Golf Club

Population projection: Projected ~4000–4000 by 2036

Top Sales

Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimates

Recent recorded sales in Nudgee across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice

May 2026 — 1 sale

May 20265br, 22 Nudgee Rd$1,380,000

Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~11%

Annual capital growth

House rental yield

Units: 4.6%

1.2%

Vacancy rate

+7%

Rent growth (YoY)

Investor profile: Semi-rural lifestyle
Demand indicator: Steady buyer and tenant demand
Gentrification risk: Low
Subdivision potential: Moderate

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Nudgee: Wetlands, Golf, and Quiet Streets

Nudgee sits between the airport and the bay, a quiet suburban pocket known for the Nudgee Beach wetlands, the Nudgee Golf Club, and the prestigious St Joseph's Nudgee College. Its station on the Airport line connects to the CBD in 20 minutes, and the Boondall Wetlands provide a green escape.

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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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