Located just 8 kilometres north of Brisbane’s CBD, Everton Park offers an exceptional blend of family-friendly living, convenient amenities, and strong community character that makes it one of Brisbane’s most sought-after northern suburbs. With excellent shopping along South Pine Road, Brookside Shopping Centre nearby, Kedron Brook providing natural beauty, and rapid access to the CBD via public transport and major roadways, this vibrant suburb has become the ideal choice for professionals and families seeking the perfect balance of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

History of Everton Park

Everton Park’s name comes from pioneer settlers William James McDowall and Ambrose McDowall, who named it after Everton, a suburb of Liverpool, England. In the 1890s, the area was known as Bunyaville, and until 1891 it was called Kedron after Kedron Brook flowing through the area. The railway line extended to Gaythorne in 1916, establishing crucial transport links that would shape the suburb’s development.

Bunyaville State School opened on 18 June 1934 (renamed Everton Park State School in 1954), followed by Everton Park State High School on 23 January 1961. The neighbourhood shopping centre opened in 1969, and Everton Park Library in 1965 (relocated to a new building in 2024). Today, living in Everton Park means experiencing Brisbane’s perfect inner-northern lifestyle walking to Woolworths, Coles, Big W and Target within 5 minutes, enjoying acres of parklands along Kedron Brook, dining at growing restaurant precincts on South Pine Road, and commuting just 15-20 minutes to the CBD. It’s where suburban charm meets city convenience.

Everton Park Demographics & Local Insights

Everton Park is a thriving family community with 58.20% of homes being owner occupied as of 2021, down from 61.00% in 2016, reflecting balanced appeal to both families and young professionals. The suburb has experienced strong population growth from 8,862 people in 2016 to 10,111 in 2021 (14.1% growth), with a median age of 35 years and median household income of $2,018 weekly. Households are primarily couples with children (42.1% of families) working in professional occupations, with typical mortgage repayments of $1,800-$2,399 per month.

What makes Everton Park extraordinary is its reputation as the “perfect spot in Brisbane” just 8km from CBD yet maintaining a country town feel with extensive parklands and sporting fields. The suburb attracts young families, professionals, and long term residents who appreciate its balance of suburban tranquility and city proximity. Residents report “everything is extremely close” with major shopping (Woolworths, Coles, Big W, Target within 5 minute walk), Brookside Shopping Centre in nearby Mitchelton, North West Homemaker Centre (including the only Spotlight and Harvey Norman in the area), plus growing restaurant and café scenes. With 16 parks covering 8.1% of total area, Kedron Brook walking trails, excellent schools, and 15-20 minute CBD commutes, Everton Park delivers that rare combination of convenience, natural amenity, professional demographics, and genuine community spirit that families treasure.

Lifestyle, Education, and Amenities in Everton Park

Everton Park’s lifestyle centres around exceptional convenience and family-friendly infrastructure. Daily life means walking to comprehensive shopping within minutes (Woolworths, Coles, Big W, Target), enjoying coffee at the growing café precinct on South Pine Road, and utilizing acres of parklands along Kedron Brook for recreation. The suburb maintains a “country town feel” despite urban amenities, where neighbours know each other and community connections flourish.

Everton Park State School (established 1934) and Everton Park State High School (opened 1961) serve local education, with private options including Prince of Peace Lutheran College and Northside Christian College. Transport connectivity is exceptional with TransLink buses providing 15-20 minute CBD access, plus nearby train stations at Gaythorne, Mitchelton, and Oxford Park. With Brookside Shopping Centre 1.5km away, the new Everton Park Library (2024), 16 parks, and growing restaurant scenes, Everton Park delivers complete family lifestyle where “everything is close” yet suburban character remains intact.

Why Buy Property in Everton Park? (For Investors & Homeowners)

Exceptional Inner-Northern Location: Just 8km from Brisbane CBD with frequent bus services (15-20 min commute) and easy access to major roadways

Strong Population Growth: 14.1% increase from 2016-2021 (8,862 to 10,111 residents) demonstrates sustained demand for this prime location

Outstanding Convenience: Walk to Woolworths, Coles, Big W, Target within 5 minutes, plus Brookside Shopping Centre 1.5km away

Extensive Parklands: 16 parks covering 8.1% of total area, plus Kedron Brook walking/cycling trails create exceptional natural amenity

Strong Capital Growth: With 6.88% annual house growth and 11.5% unit growth, median prices $$1,135,700, properties sell in just 22 days

Family-Focused Infrastructure: Multiple quality schools (state and private), new library, growing restaurant scene, country town feel with urban amenities

For families and professionals, Everton Park represents Brisbane’s ultimate northern suburban lifestyle. It delivers the perfect combination of convenience (“everything is extremely close”), proven capital growth, extensive parklands, excellent schools, and that rare balance where suburban tranquility meets 15-minute CBD access—making it ideal for those seeking Brisbane’s most complete family-friendly destination.

Final Thoughts from a Local Buyers Agent

Everton Park delivers Brisbane’s most balanced northern lifestyle, where 58.20% of residents are homeowners who’ve discovered this “perfect spot in Brisbane.” With remarkable 14.1% population growth, properties selling in just 22 days, and strong capital growth of 11.5%, it’s clear why families and professionals are securing their futures in this exceptionally convenient suburb.

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