What to know about South Brisbane
Local knowledge, each fact with a link to where it comes from.
At the 2021 Census, 93.7% of South Brisbane's occupied private dwellings were flats or apartments, 4.2% were separate houses and 1.4% were semi-detached, terrace or townhouses.
70.4% of South Brisbane households rented their home at the 2021 Census, against 14.5% owned with a mortgage and 12.9% owned outright.
About 38.2% of South Brisbane residents aged one and over (5,423 of 14,188) lived at a different address a year before the 2021 Census, by our count from table G44.
Source: ABS 2021 Census General Community Profile (table G44) (opens in a new tab)
The Residential Tenancies Authority recorded 5,390 new rental bonds lodged for South Brisbane homes in the four quarters to September 2026, including 2,220 for flats or units.
Source: Residential Tenancies Authority (Queensland) (opens in a new tab)
As part of Brisbane Metro, Brisbane City Council has converted Victoria Bridge, South Brisbane's crossing to the CBD, into a pedestrian and active transport bridge with three lanes for metros and buses, a two-way cycle path and wider footpaths.
Source: Brisbane City Council (Brisbane Metro) (opens in a new tab)
South Brisbane's kerbside collection of large items for 2026-27 is scheduled for the week starting Monday 19 April 2027, according to Brisbane City Council's kerbside calendar.
What to know before moving in South Brisbane
South Brisbane is a suburb of towers. At the 2021 Census 93.7% of occupied homes were flats or apartments and 4.2% were separate houses (ABS). In a tall building the lift and the loading dock decide how long a move takes, so find out whether the building wants a booking, a lift pad or a certificate of insurance from the mover before you lock in a date.
Most residents rent: 70.4% of households did in 2021, and by our count about 38.2% of residents aged one and over had moved in the previous year (ABS). The Residential Tenancies Authority recorded 5,390 new rental bonds for South Brisbane in the four quarters to September 2026 (RTA). If you are handing back keys, put the end of lease date in your request when you ask for a free quote.
Getting across the river
Victoria Bridge is no longer a general road. Brisbane City Council has converted it into a pedestrian and active transport bridge with three lanes for metros and buses, a two-way cycle path and wider footpaths (Brisbane Metro). A truck heading to or from the CBD or the northside will use another crossing, which can add time on a busy day, so ask the removalist how they plan the route.
Clearing out before you go
South Brisbane's kerbside collection for 2026-27 falls in the week starting Monday 19 April 2027 (Brisbane City Council). Unit buildings are eligible as well as houses, but piles go on the kerb outside the property, so check with the building manager where residents may leave items. Moving at another time of year? Sell or donate what you will not take. See apartment and unit moves for more on lifts and docks.
Common questions
Can a removal truck cross Victoria Bridge?
The bridge has been converted into a pedestrian and active transport bridge with lanes for metros and buses, so a removal truck travelling between South Brisbane and the CBD uses another crossing.
When is kerbside collection in South Brisbane?
The council's calendar lists the week starting Monday 19 April 2027 for the 2026-27 collection. Items go out on the weekend before, and the council can change dates for weather.
What should I tell a removalist about my South Brisbane apartment?
Your floor, the lift size, any dock or lift booking rules, how far the dock is from your door and any bulky pieces such as a fridge or a sofa that may not fit the lift.