Stafford Heights, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Stafford Heights Brisbane, Queensland
View of Brisbane city from Stafford Heights
Stafford Heights Location in Queensland
Population	6,992 (2021 census)
• Density	2,500/km2 (6,500/sq mi)
Area	2.8 km2 (1.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	10.2 km (6 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Marchant Ward and McDowall Ward)
State electorate(s)	Stafford Everton
Federal Division(s)	Lilley
Suburbs around Stafford Heights: McDowall Chermside West Kedron Everton Park Stafford Heights Kedron Everton Park Stafford Stafford

Stafford Heights is a friendly suburb located in the northern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's known for its hilly landscape and green spaces. In 2021, about 6,992 people called Stafford Heights home. This suburb is a great place to live, learn, and explore.

Where is Stafford Heights?

Stafford Heights is about 10.2 kilometers (or 6.3 miles) north of the main city center of Brisbane. It's easy to get to by road.

Natural Features of the Area

The area is quite hilly, which means you can find some great views! A small stream called Downfall Creek also runs through the suburb. Stafford Heights is located just north of another suburb called Stafford.

A Look at Stafford Heights' Past

Real estate map of Kedron View Estate, Brisbane, circa 1914. This area is now mostly Stafford Heights.

Stafford Heights got its name because it sits on higher ground compared to its neighbor, Stafford. People started calling it "The Heights" in the 1950s. It officially became a suburb in 1975. The name "Stafford" itself was chosen around 1885-1886. It was named after a place called Staffordshire in England.

How the Suburb Grew

In 1950, a large area called Somerset Hills Estate was planned. It was divided into 243 smaller blocks for homes. This helped the suburb grow.

Schools Opening in Stafford Heights

• Stafford Heights State School opened its doors on April 3, 1956.
• Somerset Hills State School welcomed students starting January 24, 1966. It was likely named after the Somerset Hills Estate.
• Queen of Apostles Catholic Primary School opened a special campus for younger students (Prep-2) in Stafford Heights in 2002. Their main campus for older students (Years 3-6) opened earlier, in 1962, in nearby Stafford.

Who Lives in Stafford Heights?

In 2021, the population of Stafford Heights was 6,992 people. This shows a steady growth over the years. For example, in 2011, there were 6,780 people living here. Most people in Stafford Heights were born in Australia. However, many people also came from countries like New Zealand, England, and Italy. English is the main language spoken at home. But you might also hear Italian, Greek, or Tagalog.

Learning in Stafford Heights

Stafford Heights has several great primary schools for students from Prep to Year 6.

Primary Schools

• Stafford Heights State School: This is a government primary school for all students. It is located at 95 Redwood Street. In 2018, it had 134 students.
• Somerset Hills State School: Another government primary school, found at the corner of Webster Road and Kitchener Road. In 2018, 160 students attended this school. It also has a special program for students who need extra support.
• Queen of Apostles Catholic Primary School: This is a Catholic primary school. It has two campuses. The younger students (Prep-2) go to the campus at 46 Chuter Street in Stafford Heights. Older students (Years 3-6) attend the campus in nearby Stafford. In 2018, the school had 486 students across both campuses.

High Schools Nearby

There are no high schools directly in Stafford Heights. However, students can easily go to high schools in nearby suburbs. These include:

• Craigslea State High School in Chermside West
• Everton Park State High School in Everton Park
• Wavell State High School in Wavell Heights

Fun Places and Parks

Stafford Heights has many parks where you can play, relax, and enjoy nature. Here are some of them:

• Aldren Street Park
• Amott Street Park
• Broula Park
• Flockton Street Park
• Grey Gum Park
• Heilbromm Street Park
• Parton Street Park
• Sedgemoor Place Park
• Venetia Street Park
• Webster Road Park