Tucked away in the heart of Bray Park, Edward St represents the kind of quiet, established residential pocket that defines much of this northern Brisbane suburb. With just seven homes lining its length, the street has maintained a close-knit character over the decades, where neighbours know each other and families put down roots for the long term.
The commitment of residents to Edward Street is reflected in the numbers: 85% of properties are owner-occupied, and those who call it home have stayed an average of 15 years and 1 month. It’s a street where stability matters, where more than half the residents—60%—have been part of the community for a decade or more. In an era of increasing mobility, Edward Street stands as a reminder of the value many still place on community connection and familiarity.
The surrounding suburb of Bray Park itself was named after John Sanders Bray, who served as Pine Rivers Shire councillor and Shire Chairman from 1950 to 1973. The area’s transformation from rural farmland to established suburbia occurred gradually through the latter decades of the 20th century, with streets like Edward Street emerging as part of this residential development. Today, these quiet residential streets form the backbone of a community that balances suburban convenience with a relaxed, neighbourhood atmosphere.
Edward St, Bray Park Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES:
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 15 years and 1 month
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 60%
Edward St, Bray Park – As It Looked in 1936
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON EDWARD ST FROM YESTERYEAR
| Property Address | Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Edward Street, Bray Park | $330,000 | Sept 2010 |
| 4 Edward Street, Bray Park | $267,000 | Jan 2007 |
| 6 Edward Street, Bray Park | $145,000 | June 2002 |
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $807,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $470,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $337,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $862,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $505,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $357,000
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Published 20-July-2025