Reports show some Brisbane suburbs have the highest percentage of snake sightings. This could be attributed to rats and mice living nearby as well as water’s allure.
Snakes are unfortunately common in homes across the city. If you notice a snake in your yard, contact an experienced professional snake catcher immediately.
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1. Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill is an affluent suburb of Brisbane with large brick homes situated at the foot of Mount Coot-tha. It’s perfect for families and boasts plenty of green spaces to enjoy.
Additionally, it has a vibrant volunteer scene and boasts an impressive five star Domain Healthy Suburbs rating.
It is a tranquil suburban area just a short drive away from Kenmore and Indooroopilly shopping centers. It makes an ideal home for families, with plenty of parks, green spaces and walking tracks to enjoy.
2. Richlands
Richlands is an outer south-western suburb of Brisbane, situated 16 kilometres away from the city center.
Wildlife animals living in the area include rabbits, possums, foxes, hawks and snakes. While most are harmless to people, some can cause harm if bitten or become irritated by their presence.
Venomous snakes include the Copperhead and Cottonmouth. The former is a type of water moccasin, while its highly aquatic cousin lives in South Carolina’s sandhills.
3. Toowong
Toowong is an inner-city suburb bordering picturesque Mount Coot-tha and the north bank of Brisbane River. It boasts several prestigious schools as well as plenty of recreational amenities.
Toowong’s allure is evident in its vibrant lifestyle precincts, including iconic pubs, character-rich cafes and recently renovated Queenslanders. With a cosmopolitan vibe and close proximity to the city centre, Toowong is an attractive option for students, professionals and young families alike.
As summer approaches, snakes become more active and close encounters are likely. Last year, RACQ CareFlight helicopter transported seven people to hospital after they were bitten by snakes.
4. Graceville
Graceville, Brisbane’s leafiest suburb, is a popular choice for families to settle down. It’s close to UQ St Lucia and generally seen as safe with low crime rates.
In Brisbane, the carpet python is the most common snake. It can be found in backyards and even city centres. Due to its powerful venom, it should never be handled as it can cause severe pain and even death.
The eastern brown snake is a commonly encountered species across Brisbane, particularly in bushland and rural areas. This snake can grow up to 1.5m in length.
5. Kenmore
Kenmore, situated 10 kilometres south-west of Brisbane’s CBD, is a leafy suburb with detached homes that attracts families as well as professionals who commute to work along Centenary Highway or Coronation Drive.
It boasts a number of parks and sporting facilities such as a golf course and numerous schools, plus two large shopping centres and numerous restaurants.
It has a rapidly increasing population and is popular with families. Most residents here are couples with children, and their mortgage repayments range from $1800 to $2399 monthly.