Average rent in Bentley Park, QLD2026

Bentley Park sits in the Cairns local government area, 1384km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 8,360 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $385/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 34% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,360

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Brisbane
1384 km
Households renting
34%
Separate houses
97%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
17%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Cairns

Renting in Bentley Park

Bentley Park runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $385/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (64% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 34% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (97%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 32 and a population around 8,360. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 17% of residents were born overseas. Bentley Park is 1384km from Brisbane, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Bentley Park?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Bentley Park, QLD was $385. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Bentley Park rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Bentley Park sat at $385 — 7% above the state average. The suburb is 1384km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (97% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Bentley Park have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Bentley Park's $385/week (ABS 2021) include Newmarket, Capalaba, Highgate Hill. Regents Park - Heritage Park, Bald Hills, Mount Sheridan sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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