Bridgeman Downs, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bridgeman Downs Brisbane, Queensland
Bangalow Street bus stop, 2009
Bridgeman Downs Location in Queensland
Population	10,938 (2021 census)
• Density	1,164/km2 (3,010/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4035
Area	9.4 km2 (3.6 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	15.2 km (9 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (McDowall Ward)
State electorate(s)	Aspley
Federal Division(s)	Dickson Lilley Petrie
Suburbs around Bridgeman Downs: Brendale Bald Hills Carseldine Albany Creek Bridgeman Downs Aspley Albany Creek McDowall Aspley

Bridgeman Downs is a suburb located in the northern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's about 15.2 kilometers (or 9.4 miles) north of the city center. This area is known for its large properties and green spaces. In 2021, about 10,938 people lived in Bridgeman Downs. It also shares a border with the City of Moreton Bay to the west.

Discovering Bridgeman Downs

Bridgeman Downs is famous for its big properties with lots of land. It's a great place if you like open spaces.

A Look at Bridgeman Downs History

The story of Bridgeman Downs began in November 1860. That's when a person named Henry St John Bridgeman bought a large piece of land here. The suburb is named after him!

Most of the houses you see today were built later. Bridgeman Downs really started to grow as a place for homes in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The Anglican Church of the Resurrection, an important local church, was opened in 1981.

Who Lives in Bridgeman Downs?

Bridgeman Downs has grown quite a bit over the years.

• In 2011, there were 7,445 people living here.
• By 2016, the population grew to 8,440 people.
• In 2021, the population reached 10,938 people.

Most people in Bridgeman Downs were born in Australia. However, many also come from countries like England, New Zealand, India, South Africa, and Fiji. English is the main language spoken at home. Other languages you might hear include Italian, Cantonese, Hindi, and Mandarin.

Learning and Living in Bridgeman Downs

Bridgeman Downs itself doesn't have any schools. But don't worry, there are many great schools nearby!

Schools Near Bridgeman Downs

For primary school, kids can go to:

• Bald Hills State School in Bald Hills
• Aspley State School and Aspley East State School in Aspley
• McDowall State School in McDowall
• Albany Creek State School in Albany Creek

For high school, students can attend:

• Aspley State High School in Aspley
• Craigslea State High School in Chermside West
• Albany Creek State High School in Albany Creek

Shopping and Services

You'll find several shopping areas close to Bridgeman Downs. Smaller local shops like McDowall Village and Metro on Beckett serve the southern part of the suburb. The Aspley Hypermarket is great for the northern part. For bigger shopping trips, you can visit major centers like Brookside Shopping Centre, Stafford City Shopping Centre, and Westfield Chermside.

Bridgeman Downs also has several churches:

• Victory Church
• Bridgeman Baptist Community Church
• Bridgeman Downs Christian Outreach Centre
• C3 Church
• Anglican Church of the Resurrection

The Pinnaroo Cemetery and Crematorium is also located in Bridgeman Downs.

Parks and Green Spaces

Bridgeman Downs has many parks where you can play and enjoy nature. Some of these include:

• Albany Creek Road Park
• Althorp Road Park
• Bangalow Street Park
• Beckett Road Park
• Chermside Hills Reserve
• Pat Rafter Park
• Solar Park

Getting Around Bridgeman Downs

Buses are a common way to travel in Bridgeman Downs. They run regularly throughout the day, with Beckett Road being a main route for them.