Suburb Profiles
Hendra (4011)
Owner-Occupier Appeal
Hendra is one of Brisbane’s more established inner-north suburbs, sitting about 7 km from the CBD and bordered by Ascot, Clayfield, and Nundah. It’s known for its leafy streets, traditional Queenslanders, and quiet, family-oriented character. While it shares the 4011 postcode with Ascot, it’s a touch less polished - still affluent, but with a more relaxed, residential feel.
Owner-occupiers are typically professionals, families, and long-term locals who value space, greenery, and proximity to good schools and transport. The suburb’s housing stock is dominated by character homes on larger blocks, with some newer rebuilds and high-end renovations emerging over the past decade.
Investor Appeal
For investors, Hendra offers stable long-term growth driven by its prestige neighbours and strong owner-occupier demand. Rental returns are modest, but vacancy rates are low due to the suburb’s desirability and proximity to the airport and city.
It’s not a yield play - it’s a land and lifestyle investment. The market is resilient in downturns but doesn’t tend to deliver short-term spikes. Investors looking here generally think in decades, not years.
Key Suburb Features
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Demographics
Hendra’s residents skew toward professionals, families, and established couples. It has a long-standing sense of community and is more understated than Ascot, which makes it appealing to those who want the same postcode prestige without the formality. The suburb has excellent access to private schools - including St Rita’s, Clayfield College, and St Margaret’s - which heavily influence buyer demand.
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Distance to City
Hendra sits around 7 km from the CBD and has its own train station on the Doomben line, with a trip to Central taking roughly 20 minutes. The main drawback is frequency - trains run less often than other lines, particularly outside of peak hours. Driving to the city takes around 20 minutes off-peak, stretching to 35–40 minutes in peak traffic, depending on route. Buses along Nudgee and Sandgate Roads offer additional options, but driving or rideshare remains the default for most residents.
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Suburb Projects & Growth Potential
Hendra’s growth is tied to its scarcity, prestige neighbours, and ongoing gentrification through renovation and rebuilds. Large-scale development is limited by zoning and character overlays, which helps maintain the suburb’s appeal but also limits future supply.
Its proximity to the airport, tunnel network, and Racecourse Road precinct provides convenience, but noise from flight paths can impact some properties. The suburb’s long-term growth is expected to mirror the steady, high-value trajectory of Ascot and Clayfield - slow, consistent, and dependable.
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Flood Risk
Parts of Hendra - particularly near the Kedron Brook corridor and around Nudgee Road - are prone to flooding or overland flow. Elevated pockets west of the railway line and closer to the Ascot border are typically safe. Flood mapping is essential before purchasing.
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Best Buy in the Suburb
House: Post-war or Queenslander home on an elevated street west of the train line - ideally renovated or with clear rebuild potential.
Townhouse/Unit: Boutique, low-maintenance townhouse near the Ascot border with good off-street parking.
Hendra has that quiet, confident feel you get from suburbs that don’t need to prove anything. It’s comfortable, green, and family-focused - but also a bit sleepy. You’re paying for postcode and amenity, not energy.
It’s a suburb that works well if you’re settled: good schools, good access, and reliable growth. For investors, it’s not particularly exciting, but it’s safe. The main drawbacks are aircraft noise, occasional flooding, and slower transport links. Still, for buyers who want the northside prestige lifestyle without the showiness of Ascot, Hendra strikes a nice balance between refinement and normality.
