Brookfield, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Brookfield Brisbane, Queensland
Brookfield Road, 2012
Brookfield Location in Queensland
Population	3,640 (2021 census)
• Density	176.7/km2 (458/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4069
Area	20.6 km2 (8.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	15.4 km (10 mi) WSW of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Pullenvale Ward)
State electorate(s)	Moggill
Federal Division(s)	Ryan
Suburbs around Brookfield: Upper Brookfield Enoggera Reservoir The Gap Upper Brookfield Brookfield Mount Coot-tha Kenmore Hills Pullenvale Pinjarra Hills Kenmore

Brookfield is a lovely suburb in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a place where you can find large homes with lots of land, giving it a country feel even though it's close to the city. In 2021, about 3,640 people lived in Brookfield.

Exploring Brookfield's Location

Brookfield is located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) west of the main city area of Brisbane. It sits about 3 kilometers (2 miles) north of the Brisbane River. A stream called Moggill Creek flows through Brookfield and eventually joins the Brisbane River.

This suburb is known for its large properties and beautiful homes. While there are a few farms, most of the land is used for homes. Moggill Road runs through the very southern part of Brookfield. The eastern edge of the suburb is partly marked by Moggill Creek. To the north, you'll find the forests of D'Aguilar National Park.

The heart of Brookfield is where Brookfield Road and Boscombe Road meet. Here, you'll find important places like the Brookfield General Store, the Brookfield Public Hall, and the Brookfield Showground. There's also the Brookfield Cemetery, a recreation area, the Anglican Church, and Brookfield State School. The Brookfield Horse & Pony Club also uses the showgrounds.

A Look Back at Brookfield's History

Moggill Creek, 1890.

People believe Brookfield got its name from Lucinda Brimblecombe, who noticed how Moggill Creek flowed through the area.

Development in Brookfield started in 1869. This was when the land was opened up for logging (cutting down trees) and farming.

Early Community Buildings

A church group called the Bible Christian Church (a type of Methodism) started in 1869. They worked to raise money to build their church.

Brookfield State School, 1959.

Brookfield State School opened on March 27, 1871. The land for the school was given by Mr J. W. Barnett. In 1874, a house for the teacher was built. The school celebrated its 150th birthday in 2021! The very first school building is still used today.

In 1872, a large area of land was set aside for people to use for fun and recreation.

The Brookfield Post Office first opened in 1876. It closed and reopened a few times over the years, finally closing in 1974.

In 1885, the Queensland Government set aside land for a public hall. The old Bible Christian church building was moved to this spot to become the hall.

Brookfield Cemetery opened in 1886, providing a burial place for the community.

James Brimblecombe's residence 'Fairview' at Brookfield, Brisbane, 1920s.

In 1892, the Anglican Church bought land for a new church. The Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd was built and officially opened in 1893.

The very first Brookfield Show was held on July 20, 1910. This show is still a big event for the community today.

Gold Creek Provisional School opened in 1919 but closed around 1936.

In 1931, the town hall was moved from another suburb called Darra to Brookfield.

In 1932, the school teacher's house was too small. A new house was built for the teacher. The old teacher's house was then moved and became the Brookfield General Store!

Homes and Care Centres

In 1932, a priest bought a house to start St John's Home for Aged Men. This home later moved to another area and still helps older people today. In 1934, the Anglican Church opened St Christopher's Lodge, which was a home and farm school for boys. It operated until about 1959. Part of this land was later sold to another church group to build a care center for older people. This site is now in Kenmore Hills and is considered a special historical place.

In 1957, riding lessons started at the showgrounds. This soon grew into the popular Brookfield Horse and Pony Club.

Who Lives in Brookfield?

In 2016, Brookfield had 3,524 people living there. The average age was 46 years old, which is a bit older than the average for Australia. Most people (68.3%) were born in Australia. Other people came from places like England (6.7%) and South Africa (4.5%). Most homes (85.5%) spoke only English. The most common religions were No Religion (26.7%), Catholic (21.5%), and Anglican (19.1%).

By 2021, the population of Brookfield had grown to 3,640 people.

Special Historical Places

Brookfield has several places that are listed as important historical sites. These include:

• Brookfield State School, at 24 Boscombe Road.
• Brookfield General Store & Former Teacher's Residence, at 546 Brookfield Road.
• Brookfield Public Hall & Showgrounds, at 550 Brookfield Road.
• Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd, at 615 Brookfield Road.
• Brookfield Cemetery, at 665 Brookfield Road.
• The Rafting Ground, at 2328 Moggill Road.
• Moon Memorial Tree Reserve, at 46 Nioka Street.
• Brookfield Uniting Church, at 2 Upper Brookfield Road.
• Gramenz Farmhouse & Dairy, at 7 Upper Brookfield Road.

Learning in Brookfield

Brookfield State School is a government primary school for students from Prep (the first year of school) to Year 6. It's located at 36 Boscombe Road. The school also has a special program for students who need extra support. In 2017, the school had 506 students and many dedicated teachers and staff.

There isn't a high school in Brookfield itself. Students usually go to Kenmore State High School in the nearby suburb of Kenmore.

Community Spots and Activities

The Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd is located at 615 Brookfield Road, at the corner of Boscombe Road.

Brookfield Uniting Church is at 2 Upper Brookfield Road. It used to be called the Brookfield Methodist Church.

The Brookfield branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) meets at the Brookfield Uniting Church hall. This group helps women in rural areas.

The Brookfield Cemetery is still used today and is managed by the Brisbane City Council.

Exciting Events in Brookfield

Every year, the Brookfield Show is held over three days. It's a very popular event! In 2006, almost 22,000 people visited the show.

A fancy dance event called a formal ball is also held every year in Brookfield. These balls attract hundreds of people who come to enjoy the evening.