BROWNS PLAINS
Investor score
55
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
2.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
9.2%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BROWNS PLAINS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BROWNS PLAINS shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$636/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+9.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
73 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
BROWNS PLAINS is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.8% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 9.2% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,744/wk
$95k taxable p.a.
Renters
30.5%
67.6% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.5%
Population growth
+5.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
57%
31% apartments
Degree qualified
41.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
19.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
520 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
15.2%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
22.7 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
40 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
59.0%
Balanced market
Walkability
36 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
8.1 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
3,268/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4118
🏫Primary (4)
St Bernardine's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Yugumbir State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Regents Park State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Browns Plains State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Indie School, Logan
Independent · Yrs 9-12
Browns Plains State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime12.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
29
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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