Average rent in Hermit Park - Rosslea, QLD2026

Hermit Park - Rosslea sits in the Townsville local government area, 1109km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 5,415 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $260/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 51% 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
5,415

ABS 2021

Median age
35
Distance to Brisbane
1109 km
Households renting
51%
Separate houses
47%
Flats / apartments
15%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Townsville

Renting in Hermit Park - Rosslea

Hermit Park - Rosslea runs cheaper than the Queensland median — renters typically pay $260/week, about 28% under the state baseline of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). The standout figure is the renter share: 51% 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 47% separate houses and 15% flats. Population is around 5,415, median age 35, and the most common occupation category is Professionals. 16% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb is 1109km from Brisbane. Stock moves fast — staying flexible on inspection times pays off.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Hermit Park - Rosslea?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Hermit Park - Rosslea, QLD was $260. 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 Hermit Park - Rosslea rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Hermit Park - Rosslea came in at $260 — 28% below. Hermit Park - Rosslea sits 1109km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 47% separate houses and 15% flats).
Which suburbs near Hermit Park - Rosslea have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Hermit Park - Rosslea's $260/week (ABS 2021): Manunda, Maryborough (Qld), Chinchilla. On the higher end, you've got Kingaroy, Rockhampton - West, Tully. 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.

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