Average rent in Fig Tree Pocket, QLD — 2026

Fig Tree Pocket sits in the Brisbane local government area, 9km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 4,345 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $590/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 13% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$590/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
4,345

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Brisbane
9 km
Households renting
13%
Separate houses
99%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
34%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Fig Tree Pocket

Fig Tree Pocket is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $590/week, around 64% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 86% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (99%) 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 9km from Brisbane, with a population of around 4,345 and a median age of 40. 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 Fig Tree Pocket?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Fig Tree Pocket, QLD was $590. 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 Fig Tree Pocket rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Fig Tree Pocket came in at $590 — 64% above. Fig Tree Pocket sits 9km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 99% separate houses and 1% flats).
Which suburbs near Fig Tree Pocket have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Fig Tree Pocket's $590/week (ABS 2021): Benowa, Chapel Hill, Westlake. On the higher end, you've got Broadbeach Waters, Rochedale - Burbank. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

Nearby suburbs in QLD

Rochedale - Burbank

$600/wk

Broadbeach Waters

$600/wk

Benowa

$580/wk

Chapel Hill

$555/wk

Noosa Heads

$550/wk

Westlake

$550/wk

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