Average rent in Central Highlands - East, QLD — 2026
Central Highlands - East is part of the Central Highlands (Qld) council area and sits 528km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 7,156 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $150/week, which is below the Queensland median of $359/week. About 57% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.
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ABS 2021 Census median
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Suburb at a glance
- Population
- 7,156
- Median age
- 32
- Distance to Brisbane
- 528 km
- Households renting
- 57%
- Separate houses
- 91%
- Flats / apartments
- 5%
- Born overseas
- 8%
- Top occupation
- Machinery Operators and Drivers
- LGA
- Central Highlands (Qld)
ABS 2021
Renting in Central Highlands - East
Central Highlands - East runs cheaper than the Queensland median — renters typically pay $150/week, about 58% under the state baseline of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 57% of households rent, well above the state-wide norm. That combination — lower rent plus renter-heavy — usually signals a more active rental market with quicker turnover than owner-heavy suburbs at the same price point. Housing mix is 91% separate houses and 5% flats. Population is around 7,156, median age 32, and the most common occupation category is Machinery Operators and Drivers. 8% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 528km from Brisbane. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.
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