Chelmer

About Chelmer

Only 7km south-west of central Brisbane, Chelmer is a blue-ribbon suburb where settlement of the area dates from the 1850s. Population was minimal until the 1870s, when the extension of the railway line from Ipswich saw growth start to take place. Whilst the majority of growth in the area happened in the 1930s as substantial developments were completed and access was improved.

Today, Chelmer is considered one of Brisbane’s premier suburbs. There is a real sense of community spirit throughout Chelmer, whether you live in a $500,000 house on Oxley Rd or a $10,000,000 riverside mansion on the famous Laurel Ave, the residents of Chelmer share a real sense of pride and passion rarely seen in other neighbourhoods.

Riverfront properties in Chelmer are a mix of modern, architecturally designed masterpieces and renovated Queenslanders. Away from the water is a mix of newly built residential homes as well as renovated and unrenovated homes.

Chelmer is home to the Sherwood District Football Club plus boasts Oxley Sailing Club and ample parks, including Gordon Thomson Park, Taylor Bridge Reserve, Western Districts Sporting Club, and Faulkner Park.

Like all the suburbs in the Walter Taylor District, Chelmer’s public transport is first class with frequent bus services and railway station.

Our Tip:

• Follow the Brisbane River and go for a ride/run/walk down the beautiful Laurel Ave and adjoining streets. Capturing the cool river breezes and viewing the large Camphour Laurels (some over 100 years old) that the street is named after, are a perfect way to start or wind down a day.
• Take the kids down to Oxley Sailing Club on Leybourne St for a fun day of sailing on the river. There are junior classes for the kids and races for the more experienced skippers