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East Toowoomba, QLD 4350

Suburb profile: median house and unit prices, rental yield, capital growth, vacancy and demographics

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Tight Rental MarketStrong Growth

Median House

$850,000

list-price estimate

Median Unit

$680,000

market range $625K-$750K

Gross Yield (houses)

2.6%

1yr Growth (houses)

+19.1%

market range +7.5% to +30.0%

Investment snapshot for East Toowoomba

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East Toowoomba market and investor summary

In East Toowoomba, QLD 4350, houses show a gross rental yield of 2.6%. House prices have moved +19.1% over the past year and +26.1% over three years. At 1.4% vacancy, it is a tight rental market that favours landlords.

For an investor, this reads as a capital-growth market more than a cashflow one. A gross house yield around 2.6% will not cover holding costs in the early years, so the case leans on price appreciation. Rental demand looks steady, with vacancy at 1.4% and a resident base that is not shrinking.

Living in East Toowoomba: people, income and schools

East Toowoomba is home to around 5,953 people, and the area has been growing steadily, up about 7% over five years. At a median age of 37, it reads as broadly working-age, and families account for 59% of households.

The typical household income runs to around $83,000 a year (about $1,590 a week). On socio-economic measures it ranks around the national middle on the ABS advantage index (5 out of 10). Incomes have risen about 14% over five years, which tends to underpin what local buyers can pay.

Families have 42 schools within roughly 5km to choose from, testing a little above the national school average on ICSEA. Some errands can be done on foot, though a car still helps; the suburb scores 58 for walkability out of 100. Fixed broadband is delivered over the NBN's Fibre to the Premises.

Population
5,953
+7% over 5yr
Median age
37 years
Median household income
$83,000/yr
Households renting
43%
Family households
59%
Socio-economic rank
5/10
ABS advantage index
Schools within 5km
42
avg ICSEA 1089
Unemployment
4.2%
Walk score
58/100

Demographic, school and socio-economic figures are sourced from the ABS Census, SEIFA and ACARA. Property metrics reflect PropRadar's latest data.

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Frequently asked questions about East Toowoomba

What should I check before investing in East Toowoomba?

East Toowoomba has enough public data for first-pass screening across yield, vacancy, price and supply signals. Capital growth of +19.1% in the past year shows strong recent price momentum. 3-year capital growth of +26.1% shows sustained momentum, not just a single-year spike. Compare those signals with nearby suburbs and individual listings before relying on the suburb-level view.

What are typical property prices in East Toowoomba?

The median property price in East Toowoomba, QLD 4350 is $680K for units.

What rental yield does East Toowoomba show?

The gross rental yield in East Toowoomba is 2.6% for houses and 3.7% for units. Gross yield is calculated as annual rent divided by property price, and it doesn't account for expenses or tax.

What does recent house price growth show for East Toowoomba?

House prices in East Toowoomba are up 19.1% over the past year and up 26.1% over three years. Capital growth is a key driver of total investment return, so pair it with rental yield to get a full picture.

How tight is the rental market in East Toowoomba?

The current vacancy rate in East Toowoomba is 1.4%. A rate under 2% generally signals a tight rental market. This suburb's rental market is very tight, with landlords typically holding strong bargaining power and low rental downtime.

How many people live in East Toowoomba?

East Toowoomba has a population of approximately 5,953 residents, with a median age of 37.

What schools are near East Toowoomba?

There are 42 schools within roughly 5km of East Toowoomba. Their average ICSEA is a little above the national mean of 1000. ICSEA is the ABS measure of a school community's socio-educational advantage.

Is East Toowoomba's population growing?

The population of East Toowoomba has grown about 7% over the past five years, an above-average pace. Population growth feeds underlying housing demand, so it is worth weighing alongside price and yield.

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