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Blamey Street in Kelvin Grove stands as a vibrant testament to modern urban development while carrying the distinguished name of one of Australia’s most celebrated military leaders. This contemporary street, dominated by modern apartment complexes and units, represents the evolving face of inner Brisbane living with its high-density residential character.

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The street demonstrates a unique ownership pattern with an impressive 85% of properties being owner-occupied, suggesting strong investment confidence despite the relatively shorter average residency of 7 years and 7 months. With 787 total properties including just 12 houses among 775 units and apartments, Blamey Street reflects Brisbane’s modern urban densification trends. The fact that 38% of residents have lived here for more than a decade indicates a growing sense of community stability in this high-rise environment.

Remembrance: Honouring Field Marshall Sir Thomas Albert Blamey

Blamey Street pays tribute to Field Marshall Sir Thomas Albert Blamey (1884-1951), one of Australia’s most distinguished military commanders and the only Australian to achieve the rank of Field Marshall. While best known as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Military Forces during World War Two, Blamey’s military career began much earlier.

When World War One was declared in 1914, Captain Blamey was already serving in the Australian Military Forces. He became part of the ANZAC legend when he landed at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915, courageously leading a patrol behind enemy lines to locate Turkish gun positions. His exceptional leadership saw him promoted to temporary lieutenant-colonel before returning to Egypt to help establish the 2nd Australian Division in 1915.

Blamey’s strategic brilliance shone on the Western Front, where he was promoted to Chief of Staff on the Somme in 1916. Further promotion to temporary brigadier and Chief of Staff of the Australian Corps followed, and he played a crucial role alongside Lieutenant General Sir John Monash in planning the pivotal Battle of Hamel in 1918, which helped break the formidable Hindenburg Line.

This street’s name ensures that the courage, leadership, and strategic mind of Field Marshall Blamey continues to be remembered by the residents and visitors of Kelvin Grove, connecting them to the ANZAC spirit and Australia’s proud military heritage.

Blamey St, Kelvin Grove Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 787 (12 houses, 775 units)
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 7 years, 7 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 38%

Blamey St, Kelvin Grove – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON BLAMEY ST, KELVIN GROVE

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON BLAMEY ST FROM YESTERYEAR

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The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Kelvin Grove in 2025 was $1,337,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Kelvin Grove in 2021 was $837,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3-BEDROOM HOUSE IN KELVIN GROVE SINCE 2021: $500,000

The median price of a 1 Bedroom Unit in Kelvin Grove in 2025 was $490,000
The median price of a 1 Bedroom Unit in Kelvin Grove in 2021 was $330,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 1 BEDROOM UNIT IN KELVIN GROVE SINCE 2021: $160,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Kelvin Grove in 2025 was $697,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Kelvin Grove in 2021 was $403,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN KELVIN GROVE SINCE 2021: $294,000

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