Average rent in Birkdale, QLD — 2026

Birkdale is part of the Redland council area and sits 18km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 15,230 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $440/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 19% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$440/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
15,230

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Brisbane
18 km
Households renting
19%
Separate houses
85%
Flats / apartments
5%
Born overseas
23%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Redland

Renting in Birkdale

Birkdale is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $440/week, around 23% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 77% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (85%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 18km from Brisbane, with a population of around 15,230 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Birkdale?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Birkdale, QLD was $440. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Birkdale rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Birkdale sat at $440 — 23% above the state average. The suburb is 18km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (85% separate houses, 5% flats here).
Which suburbs near Birkdale have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Birkdale's $440/week (ABS 2021) include Marcoola - Mudjimba, Manly West, Southport - South. Palm Beach, Oxenford - Maudsland, Parkinson - Drewvale 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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