Grange, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Grange Brisbane, Queensland
Grange Hall, a community centre
Grange Location in Queensland
Population	4,615 (2021 census)
• Density	2,560/km2 (6,600/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4051
Area	1.8 km2 (0.7 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	6.3 km (4 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Enoggera Ward; Marchant Ward)
State electorate(s)	Stafford Clayfield
Federal Division(s)	Brisbane
Suburbs around Grange: Stafford Stafford Gordon Park Alderley Grange Lutwyche Newmarket Wilston Windsor

Grange is a suburb located north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the City of Brisbane.

In 2021, about 4,615 people lived in Grange.

Exploring Grange's Location

Grange is about 5 kilometres (3 miles) north of the main city area of Brisbane. It sits on the southern side of a creek called Kedron Brook. Some people also call the area "The Grange."

There's a small hill in the western part of the suburb. It's named The Pinnacle and rises about 57 metres (187 feet) above sea level.

Grange's Past: A Quick Look

Before British settlers arrived, the Grange area was mostly open grassy fields and lightly wooded areas.

In the 1860s, a man named T. K. Peate started a business here. It was called The Grange Tannery and Fellmongery Company. A "fellmonger" processes animal skins.

The area began to develop into a suburb in 1903. This happened when T. K. Peate's land was divided into smaller blocks. This new area was called "the Grange Estate." The name "Grange" comes from Peate's property. It's thought to be an old English word meaning "granary," which is a building for storing grain.

Many houses in Grange are built in the "Queenslander" style. These are traditional homes often raised on stilts.

A Baptist church opened in Grange on June 21, 1919. It's located on Wilston Road and is still known as Grange Baptist Church today.

Wilston State School welcomed its first students on August 16, 1920. It was built on the site of an old park.

In July 1928, Brisbane's tram service was extended to Grange. This was a big event for the community. The Lord Mayor of Brisbane, William Jolly, attended the opening ceremony.

A Methodist church, Grange Heights Methodist Church, opened in 1946. It later became Grange Heights Uniting Church but closed down between 1975 and 1990. The building is now used as a childcare centre.

St Paul the Apostle's Anglican Church opened in 1964 but closed in 1989. The building is now used for businesses.

The Newmarket Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses opened their Kingdom Hall in Grange in 1989.

The Grange Library first opened its doors in 1979. It was updated and refurbished in 2014.

Who Lives in Grange?

The number of people living in Grange has grown over the years.

• In 2011, there were 4,163 people.
• In 2016, the population was 4,318 people.
• By 2021, Grange had a population of 4,615 people.

Most people living in Grange were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces include England and New Zealand. English is the main language spoken at home.

Special Places: Heritage Listings

Some places in Grange are listed for their historical importance. One of these is Wilston State School on Primrose Street.

Learning in Grange

Wilston State School administration block

Front entrance, Wilston State School, 2022

Even though it's called Wilston State School, this government primary school is actually in Grange. It teaches students from Prep to Year 6. The school also has a special education program. In 2018, nearly 900 students attended the school.

Grange itself doesn't have a high school. Students usually go to nearby schools like Everton Park State High School, Kedron State High School, or Kelvin Grove State College.

Community Spots and Services

The Brisbane City Council runs the Grange Library. It's a great place to find books and learn new things. You can find it on Evelyn Street.

The Grange Post Office is located on Thomas Street.

The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses is on Blandford Street.

Parks for Fun

Grange has several parks where you can play and relax:

• Alderley Grove Park
• Emerson Park
• Gilbert Road Park
• Grange Forest Park
• Halford Park
• Lanham Park

Sporting Clubs in Grange

Grange is home to several sports clubs:

• Fortitude Valley Rugby League Football Club: Also known as Valleys Diehards, this is Brisbane's oldest Rugby League club. It started in 1908 and has teams for all ages, from Under 6s to adults.
• Grange Thistle Soccer Club: This soccer club was founded in 1920. They have played at Lanham Park since 1930.
• Wilston Grange Australian Football Club: This club has represented the suburb in Australian Rules Football since 1945.
• Grange Bowls Club: For over 70 years, this club has been a place for lawn bowls. It's also located in Lanham Park.

Images for kids

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  New homes in the Brisbane suburb of The Grange, 1929