NORTH TOOWOOMBA
Investor score
59
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
6.4%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
5.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for NORTH TOOWOOMBA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
NORTH TOOWOOMBA 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
$520/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.62%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
59 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
NORTH TOOWOOMBA is a QLD suburb offering high rental yield and steady price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Strong rental yield of 6.4%
- Consistent annual growth of 5.6%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,428/wk
$52k taxable p.a.
Renters
37.3%
59.5% owner-occupier
Median age
38.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.4%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
26.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
790 m²
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.0%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
116.2 km
Regional
Days on market
52 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
38.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
116.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
423/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4350
🏫Primary (25)
Mater Dei Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Toowoomba East State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
St Saviour's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Middle Ridge State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Rangeville State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Maridahdi Kindergarten and Primary School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
Glenvale Christian School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
St Thomas More's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Gabbinbar State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bunker's Hill State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Sacred Heart Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Anthony's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Holy Name Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Glenvale State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Darling Heights State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Wellcamp State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Fairview Heights State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Drayton State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Toowoomba North State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Newtown State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Wilsonton State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Harristown State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Harlaxton State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Rockville State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (8)
St Joseph's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
St Ursula's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
The Industry School - Toowoomba
Independent · Yrs 10-12
Centenary Heights State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
St Saviour's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Toowoomba State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Harristown State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Wilsonton State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (10)
Toowoomba Anglican School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Fairholme College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Toowoomba Grammar School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Ming-De International School Toowoomba
Independent · Yrs 1-7
The Glennie School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Concordia Lutheran College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Downlands College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-12
Highlands Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Darling Downs Adventist College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
St Mary's College
Catholic · Yrs 5-12
⭐Special (3)
Toowoomba West Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Good Samaritan College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Clifford Park Special 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 crime12.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average46 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
34
/ 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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