Alderley, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Alderley Brisbane, Queensland
The Alderley Hotel in 2008
Alderley Location in Queensland
Population	6,748 (2021 census)
• Density	2,700/km2 (7,000/sq mi)
Established	1878
Postcode(s)	4051
Area	2.5 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	7.2 km (4 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Enoggera Ward and Marchant Ward)
State electorate(s)	Stafford Ferny Grove
Federal Division(s)	Brisbane
Suburbs around Alderley: Enoggera Stafford Stafford Enoggera Alderley Grange Ashgrove Ashgrove Newmarket

Alderley is a suburb located in the northern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a friendly place where many people live.

In 2021 census, Alderley was home to 6,748 people. It's a growing community with a mix of homes and green spaces.

Exploring Alderley

Alderley is about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) north-west of the Brisbane CBD (the city center). It's surrounded by other suburbs like Newmarket to the south and Enoggera to the west.

A Look Back in Time

The historic Newmarket Brickworks Chimney in 2015.

Long before British settlers arrived, the land where Alderley now stands belonged to the Turrbal clan. They are an Australian Aboriginal people from the Mianjin area. They held special gatherings called corroborees here.

The name Alderley comes from a place called Alderley Edge in Cheshire, England. Alderley is an older suburb. It has had a post office since 1878. The railway station opened in 1899. This made it easier for people to travel to and from the area.

Over the years, different parts of Alderley were sold as land for homes. For example, in 1890, many lots were offered in the Alderley Park Estate. This helped the suburb grow.

A church called Grange Heights Methodist Church opened in 1946. It later became Grange Heights Uniting Church. Today, the building is used as a childcare center.

From 1949 to 1968, Trams ran through Alderley. These were a popular way for people to get around the suburb.

Who Lives Here?

In 2021 census, Alderley had 6,748 residents. Most people living in Alderley were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like England, New Zealand, and India.

Most people in Alderley speak English at home. Some other languages spoken include Nepali, Italian, and Spanish.

Important Old Buildings

Farrington House in 1932.

Alderley has several sites that are listed as heritage-listed. This means they are important historical places that are protected. Some of these include:

• Strathearn at 16 Quarry Road
• Farrington House at 39 David Street
• Newmarket Brickworks Chimney at 117 Mina Parade

Learning in Alderley

There are no schools directly in Alderley. However, there are many schools very close by in the neighboring suburbs.

• For primary school, kids can go to Enoggera State School, Wilston State School, Newmarket State School, or Oakleigh State School.
• For high school, options include Everton Park State High School and Kelvin Grove State College.

Places to Visit

Banks Street Reserve in 2013.

Alderley has a shopping complex with a supermarket. There's also a police station. The suburb is known for its many parks, which are great places to play and relax:

• Alderley Grove Park
• Banks Street Reserve
• Bermingham Street Park
• Greenhills Park
• Grinstead Park
• Quarry Park
• Sedgley Park
• Shand Street Park
• Willmington Park