Once a prominent suburb for timber manufacturing and poultry farming, Park Ridge is today a thriving residential hotspot. Boasting both contemporary suburban dwellings and acreage bushland homes, this developing suburb has proven increasingly popular with retirees and young families with children seeking a homely and expanding town. Situated only 33 km south of the Brisbane CBD and with a median house price in the range of $453,000, it’s no wonder Park Ridge is experiencing a rapid period of growth. Check out our comprehensive guide to this up-and-coming suburb below…
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The Neighbours
The age distribution of the suburb is skewed towards a slightly older population at present, with recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics listing the median age of residents as 58 years. Of the approximate 2,650 residents, children aged 0-14 comprise 12.3%, while young people aged 15-29 account for 13% of the population. With the area’s ongoing residential development, it is anticipated that young families and professionals chasing all the benefits of city living without the same expense will continue to flock to the area.
The Commute
The area is largely serviced by Chambers Flat Road and Mount Lindesay Highway, both of which connect the suburb to the Brisbane CBD via the Pacific Motorway. While travel via car to the city is an approximate 35-min journey, transport via Translink takes a slightly longer 50-mins. Kingston and Loganlea railway stations are both closely located to the main areas of the suburb, with access to several different bus routes available from there.
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The School Run
Park Ridge and its adjacent suburbs host a mix of highly regarded public and private, primary and secondary schools, including Parklands Christian College, Old Logan Village State School and Saint Philomena School. Park Ridge Childcare and Preschool, along with a number of other early learning facilities, is conveniently located within the vicinity of the major school and shopping districts. The Logan Campus of Griffith University is situated a mere 15-mins from the Town Centre, while the wider selection of universities available in Brisbane City are less than 40-mins away. For those more inclined to learn a trade or undertake an apprenticeship, the Loganlea campus of TAFE Queensland is also closely located to the suburb.
Retail Therapy
Residents have access to the smaller and more local shops of Park Ridge Town Centre and also the larger selection of retail, business and civic facilities offered at Logan Central Plaza and Holmview Central Shopping Centre. Queen Street Mall and MacArthur Central Shopping Centre are both less than 40-mins away and provide a more unique mix of boutique and popular chain stores, alongside a wide variety of casual and fine-dining options.
What’s Going On?
As a relatively small suburb, Park Ridge offers a vibrant community life, boasting a number of newly developed sporting facilities and a great local tavern. Chambers Flat Strawberry Farm is a popular drawcard for the area, with pick-your-own strawberries events run seasonally and a charming, little cafe open all year round. Beenleigh Artisan Distillery is a favourite of locals and visitors alike! Situated on the banks of the Albert River in the original stone building first established 130 years ago, Beenleigh makes rum the traditional, boutique way. Whether you enjoy a meal and a drink or opt for the classic tour, the Distillery provides a great weekend haunt for Park Ridge residents.
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