16 Leiper Street, Stafford QLD 4053, Australia
16 Leiper Street is a standalone house. It forms part of the residential fabric of Stafford.
Stafford is primarily a residential suburb featuring original Queenslander‑style homes and many post‑war Queensland Housing Commission houses on quarter‑acre blocks built in the 1940s and 1950s. The neighbourhood blends historic charm with newer family‑friendly dwellings.
The nearby Stafford City Shopping Centre provides a range of services, including a 24‑hour McDonald’s with a full McCafé menu. The Gibson, a family‑friendly bistro and bar, is also situated near the centre and offers casual dining and live entertainment.
Stafford boasts numerous parks such as Bilston Street Park, Gibson Park, Hickey Park, and Keith Payne Park. These green spaces provide areas for walking, play and community activities.
According to the 2021 census, Stafford had a population of 6,978 people. The median age was 35 years, which is three years younger than the Australian median.
Yes, Stafford was served by electric trams operated by the Brisbane City Council from the 1940s until 1968. It was the last completely new tram line built in Brisbane.
A water reservoir sits atop Sparkes Hill, holding 94 megalitres – about 16 % of Brisbane’s water supply. The reservoir was constructed between 1973 and 1978.
