Average rent in Bracken Ridge, QLD — 2026
Bracken Ridge sits in the Brisbane local government area, 17km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 17,488 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $410/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 24% 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
- 17,488
- Median age
- 37
- Distance to Brisbane
- 17 km
- Households renting
- 24%
- Separate houses
- 88%
- Flats / apartments
- 4%
- Born overseas
- 25%
- Top occupation
- Professionals
- LGA
- Brisbane
ABS 2021
Renting in Bracken Ridge
Bracken Ridge is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $410/week, around 14% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 73% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (88%) 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 17km from Brisbane, with a population of around 17,488 and a median age of 37. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.
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