Average rent in Scarborough - Newport, QLD — 2026

Scarborough - Newport sits in the Moreton Bay local government area, 30km from the Brisbane CBD, with a population of around 15,257 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $405/week — above the Queensland state median of $359/week. 27% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$405/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
15,257

ABS 2021

Median age
49
Distance to Brisbane
30 km
Households renting
27%
Separate houses
72%
Flats / apartments
20%
Born overseas
26%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Moreton Bay

Renting in Scarborough - Newport

Scarborough - Newport is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $405/week, around 13% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 68% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (72%) 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 30km from Brisbane, with a population of around 15,257 and a median age of 49. 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 Scarborough - Newport?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Scarborough - Newport, QLD was $405. 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 Scarborough - Newport rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Scarborough - Newport came in at $405 — 13% above. Scarborough - Newport sits 30km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 72% separate houses and 20% flats).
Which suburbs near Scarborough - Newport have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Scarborough - Newport's $405/week (ABS 2021) include Sunnybank, Alexandra Hills, Mooloolaba - Alexandra Headland. Highfields, Riverhills, Stafford Heights 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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