Average rent in Wynnum West - Hemmant, QLD2026

Wynnum West - Hemmant is part of the Brisbane council area and sits 11km out from the Brisbane CBD, with around 15,681 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $413/week, which is above the Queensland median of $359/week. About 32% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
15,681

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Brisbane
11 km
Households renting
32%
Separate houses
79%
Flats / apartments
4%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Brisbane

Renting in Wynnum West - Hemmant

Wynnum West - Hemmant is one of the more expensive parts of Queensland to rent in — the typical renter pays $413/week, around 15% above the state median of $359/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 65% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (79%) 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 11km from Brisbane, with a population of around 15,681 and a median age of 38. 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 Wynnum West - Hemmant?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Wynnum West - Hemmant, QLD was $413. 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 Wynnum West - Hemmant rent compare to Queensland?+
The Queensland state median weekly rent was $359 at the 2021 Census, while Wynnum West - Hemmant came in at $413 — 15% above. Wynnum West - Hemmant sits 11km from Brisbane, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 79% separate houses and 4% flats).
Which suburbs near Wynnum West - Hemmant have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Wynnum West - Hemmant's $413/week (ABS 2021) include Riverhills, Stafford Heights, Ooralea - Bakers Creek. Narangba, Upper Mount Gravatt, Noosa Hinterland 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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