Cannon Hill, Queensland — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cannon Hill, in the Brisbane City local government area.
| Locality | Cannon Hill |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Brisbane City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -27.47237 |
| Longitude | 153.09272 |
| Population | 5,481 |
| Density | 1431.1 /km² |
| Area | 3.8 km² |
| Elevation | 17 m |
| Postcode | 4170 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 7 km east |
Cannon Hill is a locality in the Brisbane City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 5,481. The locality covers an area of 3.8 km², giving a population density of about 1431.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 17 m above sea level. It lies approximately 7 km east of Brisbane. Cannon Hill is located at 27.4724°S, 153.0927°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4170.
Cannon Hill rests on a landscape that whispers of its past, a gentle rise overlooking the sprawling urban tapestry of Brisbane. It lies 6.6 km east of Brisbane City, QLD (from Brisbane City, QLD: bearing 92°T), and is situated 12.6 km north-west of Capalaba. The air here, particularly in the lingering warmth of late afternoon, carries a subtle sweetness, a mingling of suburban gardens and the distant tang of the sea, a reminder of its proximity to the coast. Ancient fig trees, their roots a gnarled testament to decades of growth, punctuate the residential streets, offering dappled shade that softens the bright Queensland sun. The terrain, a rolling topography, guides the eye towards the hazy blue of the D'Aguilar Range in the distance, a constant backdrop to the everyday rhythm of life in Cannon Hill.
The history of Cannon Hill is intertwined with the development of Brisbane itself, evolving from pastoral lands to a thriving residential hub. Early settlers recognized the fertile soil and convenient location, laying the foundations for an economy that has diversified considerably over the years. While agriculture once played a more prominent role, today the local economy is a vibrant mix of retail, services, and light industry, catering to a growing population. The area is known for its accessible transport links, a crucial factor in its enduring appeal, drawing families and professionals alike. A distinctive feature is the sheer tenacity of its established neighbourhoods, where a sense of quiet pride permeates the well-kept homes and community spaces, a subtle echo of the pioneering spirit that first shaped this corner of Queensland.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cannon Hill, Queensland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Cannon Hill, in the Brisbane City local government area.
Detailed location data for Cannon Hill includes the postcode (4170), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Brisbane City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cannon Hill is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |