Fig Tree Pocket, QLD 4069 — Suburb Profile

Last reviewed: · By Knowburb Research Team

In short

Fig Tree Pocket is a suburb of Queensland, postcode 4069, home to 4,345 residents with an established residential profile. Located in the Brisbane local government area (Inner Regional Australia) and roughly 13 km from the Brisbane CBD.

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Snapshot

Median rent$590 /wk
Population4,345
Median age40
Area4.3 km²
To CBD13 km
LGABrisbane

Demographics

Population
4,345
Median age
40 years
Median household income
$3,791 /week
Median personal income
$1,205 /week
Median family income
$4,226 /week
Average household size
3.2
Persons per bedroom
0.8
Local government area
Brisbane
Statistical region (SA4)
Brisbane - West
Remoteness classification
Inner Regional Australia
Federal electorate
Ryan
Source: ABS QuickStats
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Property & cost of living

Median rent
$590 /week
Median monthly mortgage
$3,033
Rent share of household income
16%

Schools

  • The Glenleighden School (Fig Tree Pocket) Combined · Independent
  • Fig Tree Pocket State School Primary · Government
  • Brisbane Montessori School (Fig Tree Pocket) Combined · Independent
  • Christ the King School (Graceville) Primary · Catholic
  • Graceville State School Primary · Government

Transport

  • Within 800 m walk: 14 bus stops
  • Within 1.6 km: 4 train stops, 39 bus stops

Closest stops:

  • Fig Tree Pocket Rd at Cubberla Street, stop 40 bus · 195 m
  • Gunnin St near Tandawanna Lane, stop 41 bus · 314 m
  • Cubberla St near Thiesfield St bus · 346 m
  • Fig Tree Pocket Rd near Mactier St, stop 41 bus · 404 m
  • Graceville station, platform 4 train · 1533 m

Lifestyle & amenities

  • 8 cafés
  • 23 restaurants
  • 2 pubs and bars
  • 79 parks and reserves
  • 17 gyms and fitness centres
  • 6 supermarkets
  • 31 playgrounds

Counts within roughly 2 km of the suburb centre. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Climate

  • Warmest month: Jan (30.4°C avg max)
  • Coolest month: Jul (22.0°C avg max)
  • Annual rainfall: 1065 mm
  • Reference station: Brisbane, 14.1 km away

NBN & connectivity

Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial serves 72.2% of the 1,606 resolvable premises in Fig Tree Pocket. Most premises here use the existing pay-TV coaxial cable, upgraded for NBN. Plans up to NBN 1000 are typically available.

  • Fibre to the Premises: 18.3%
  • Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial: 72.2%
  • Fibre to the Node: 9.5%

Snapshot 2026-04-28. Tech mix from Luke Prior's NBN upgrade map (MIT licensed). Verify any specific address on NBN Co's address tool.

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Safety

  • Recorded offences: 157,985 across the Brisbane LGA in the year to April 2026 (up 5% on the prior year).
  • Most common categories: 85,479 theft, 20,639 drug offences, 15,880 break-ins.

Figures cover the whole Brisbane — suburb-level data is not published for QLD.

Frequently asked questions

What is the population of Fig Tree Pocket?

Fig Tree Pocket (QLD 4069) had 4,345 residents at the most recent ABS Census. The median age is 40. It sits within the Brisbane local government area.

What is the median rent in Fig Tree Pocket?

The median advertised rent in Fig Tree Pocket is $590/week, based on SQM Research listings data. Rents vary by property type, bedrooms and condition.

Are there schools in Fig Tree Pocket?

Yes — 5 schools are listed within or near Fig Tree Pocket covering independent, government, catholic sectors. Nearest include: The Glenleighden School (Fig Tree Pocket) (0.1 km), Fig Tree Pocket State School (0.3 km), Brisbane Montessori School (Fig Tree Pocket) (0.5 km). School data sourced from ACARA and state education departments.

What NBN technology is available in Fig Tree Pocket?

Fig Tree Pocket is predominantly served by Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (72.2% of premises). Coverage data is sourced from the NBN upgrade map aggregated from NBN Co address checks.

How safe is Fig Tree Pocket?

Across the surrounding area, 157,985 offences were recorded in the 12 months to APR26. The most common offence categories were theft (85,479), drug offences (20,639), break-ins (15,880). Crime statistics are recorded by area (postcode or LGA), not by individual suburb. Data sourced from each state's crime statistics agency.

What is the climate like in Fig Tree Pocket?

In Fig Tree Pocket, mean daily temperatures range from 16.5°C to 26.7°C and annual rainfall is 1,065 mm measured at the Brisbane weather station (14.1 km away). Long-term averages from the Bureau of Meteorology.

What public transport options are in Fig Tree Pocket?

43 public transport stops are mapped within 1.6 km of the Fig Tree Pocket centroid. Within 800 m, you'll find 14 bus stops. Stop data is sourced from state government GTFS feeds.

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