Stafford Heights, QLD 4407
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $410/wk Median
- 28.8% Renters
Stafford Heights Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.2k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $410
- To the CBD
- 8.3km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Stafford Heights Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
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
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Stafford Heights is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 7,153 residents, a solid minority 28.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $410 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Stafford Heights
Stafford Heights Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Stafford Heights Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Stafford Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Stafford Heights
Real questions renters ask before moving to Stafford Heights.
Is Stafford Heights walkable?
Stafford Heights carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Stafford Heights family-friendly for renters?
Stafford Heights has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $410/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
What's the community like in Stafford Heights?
Locals describe Stafford Heights as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 7,153, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Stafford Heights?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Stafford Heights is $410. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $410 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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