Average rent in Clayfield, QLD2026

Clayfield sits in the Brisbane local government area, 7km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 10,754 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 43% 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
10,754

ABS 2021

Median age
37
Distance to Brisbane
7 km
Households renting
43%
Separate houses
37%
Flats / apartments
52%
Born overseas
27%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Clayfield

Clayfield runs roughly with the Queensland state median — renters typically pay $350/week, close to the $359/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (55% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 43% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (37%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 37 and a population around 10,754. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 27% of residents were born overseas. Clayfield is 7km 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 Clayfield?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Clayfield, QLD was $350. 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 Clayfield rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Clayfield sat at $350 — 3% below the state average. The suburb is 7km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (37% separate houses, 52% flats here).
Which suburbs near Clayfield have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Clayfield's $350/week (ABS 2021) include Morayfield, Clontarf, Kanimbla - Mooroobool. Morayfield - East, Bethania - Waterford, Enoggera 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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