Average rent in Branyan - Kensington, QLD2026

Branyan - Kensington sits in the Bundaberg local government area, 293km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,384 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $330/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 18% 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
5,384

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Brisbane
293 km
Households renting
18%
Separate houses
94%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
10%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Bundaberg

Renting in Branyan - Kensington

Branyan - Kensington runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $330/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (79% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 18% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (94%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 39 and a population around 5,384. The most common occupation is Technicians and Trades Workers, and 10% of residents were born overseas. Branyan - Kensington is 293km 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 Branyan - Kensington?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Branyan - Kensington, QLD was $330. 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 Branyan - Kensington rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Branyan - Kensington came in at $330 — 8% below. Branyan - Kensington sits 293km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 94% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Branyan - Kensington have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Branyan - Kensington's $330/week (ABS 2021) include Whitfield - Edge Hill, Margate - Woody Point, Camira - Gailes. Redcliffe, Rocklea - Acacia Ridge, Bribie Island 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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