TOOWOOMBA
Investor score
68
Liveability score
45
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.3.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
Est.7.7%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for TOOWOOMBA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
TOOWOOMBA shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
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Median rent
$415/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+8.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.28%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
62 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
TOOWOOMBA is a QLD suburb offering moderate rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 3.8% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.7% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,428/wk
$52k taxable p.a.
Renters
37.3%
59.5% owner-occupier
Median age
38.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.5%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
77%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
23.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
790 m²
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
116.2 km
Regional
Days on market
48 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
38.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
116.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,281/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4350
🏫Primary (25)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Maridahdi Kindergarten and Primary School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
St Thomas More's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (8)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
The Industry School - Toowoomba
Independent · Yrs 10-12 · Inner Regional
Centenary Heights State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
📚Combined (10)
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Ming-De International School Toowoomba
Independent · Yrs 1-7 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Darling Downs Adventist College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs 5-12 · Inner Regional
⭐Special (3)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe3.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average46 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
31
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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