Average rent in Leichhardt - One Mile, QLD2026

Leichhardt - One Mile sits in the Ipswich local government area, 34km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 8,268 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $290/week — below the Queensland state median of $359/week. 54% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$290/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
8,268

ABS 2021

Median age
32
Distance to Brisbane
34 km
Households renting
54%
Separate houses
88%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
11%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Ipswich

Renting in Leichhardt - One Mile

Leichhardt - One Mile comes in below the Queensland median, with renters typically paying $290/week — about 19% under the state-wide $359/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). What stands out is the renter share — 54% of households here rent, well above the state-wide owner-occupier baseline. Lower-than-median rent paired with a renter majority typically means a faster-moving rental market: more frequent turnover and more places coming up for rent at any given time. Housing breaks down as 88% separate houses and 2% flats. Population is 8,268, median age 32, and the most common occupation is Labourers. 11% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb sits 34km from Brisbane. Applications can close quickly here, so flexibility on inspection times helps.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Leichhardt - One Mile?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Leichhardt - One Mile, QLD was $290. 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 Leichhardt - One Mile rent compare to Queensland?+
At the 2021 Census, Queensland's state median rent was $359 a week. Leichhardt - One Mile sat at $290 — 19% below the state average. The suburb is 34km from Brisbane, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (88% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Leichhardt - One Mile have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Leichhardt - One Mile's $290/week (ABS 2021): Newtown (Qld), Sandgate - Shorncliffe, Mareeba. On the higher end, you've got Cranbrook, Wilsonton, Boonah. 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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