Hemmant QLD, 4174
Award-Winning Agent Keryn Osgerby
Hemmant: Practical Living with Industrial Backbone
Hemmant offers a distinctly practical lifestyle on Brisbane’s eastern fringe, combining established residential pockets with strong connectivity to key employment hubs including the Port of Brisbane and surrounding industrial precincts. Positioned approximately 17km east of the CBD, it appeals to buyers seeking affordability, accessibility and long-term growth potential without the premium of neighbouring bayside suburbs.
Unlike its coastal neighbours, Hemmant is defined by its functional character — where quiet residential streets sit alongside large-scale logistics and industrial zones. This unique balance supports a steady local economy and consistent rental demand, making it particularly attractive to tradespeople, young families and investors focused on value and convenience.
The suburb is well-connected, with Hemmant train station providing direct access to the Brisbane CBD in around 25–30 minutes, while major arterials including Lytton Road and the Port of Brisbane Motorway make commuting and freight access seamless. Residents also benefit from proximity to surrounding retail and lifestyle precincts in Wynnum, Tingalpa and Cannon Hill.
Hemmant has experienced steady population growth, reaching approximately 2,886 residents in 2021, with a demographic largely made up of families and working professionals, and a median age in the mid-30s. Generous block sizes, a predominance of detached housing and a strong owner-occupier presence contribute to its grounded, community-oriented feel.
Hemmant continues to gain attention as a smart, value-driven option — offering space, connectivity and proximity to Brisbane’s eastern corridor, all within a suburb that remains underpinned by practicality and future growth potential.
Key Statistics
17km E from Brisbane CBD
~2,886 residents (2021), ~6.8 km²
Predominantly families & working professionals, young median age
Serviced by Hemmant train station, with easy access to Lytton Road, the Port of Brisbane and surrounding employment hubs
2.8k
Population as of 2021
1.7k
Total number of dwellings
$1.1m
Average sale price
$740
Median rental price






