Parkinson - Drewvale, QLD 4109
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $450/wk Median
- 20.5% Renters
Parkinson - Drewvale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16.1k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 19.3km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Parkinson - Drewvale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Parkinson - Drewvale is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 16,095 residents, a solid minority 20.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $450 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Parkinson - Drewvale
Parkinson - Drewvale Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Parkinson - Drewvale Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Parkinson - Drewvale
Real questions renters ask before moving to Parkinson - Drewvale.
How much does it cost to rent in Parkinson - Drewvale?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Parkinson - Drewvale is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Parkinson - Drewvale walkable?
Parkinson - Drewvale carries a walkability score of 7.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Parkinson - Drewvale from the Brisbane CBD?
Parkinson - Drewvale is approximately 19km from the Brisbane CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
What's the community like in Parkinson - Drewvale?
Parkinson - Drewvale has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 16,095, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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