Thornlands, QLD 4822
A well-connected Brisbane pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $470/wk Median
- 25.9% Renters
Thornlands Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 19.3k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $470
- To the CBD
- 25.6km
- Walkability
- 7.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Thornlands Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Thornlands is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 19,263 residents, a solid minority 25.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $470 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Thornlands
Thornlands Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Thornlands Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Thornlands
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Thornlands
Real questions renters ask before moving to Thornlands.
How much does it cost to rent in Thornlands?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Thornlands is $470. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $470 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Thornlands walkable?
Thornlands carries a walkability score of 7.7/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Thornlands family-friendly for renters?
Thornlands has around 10 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $470/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
How far is Thornlands from the Brisbane CBD?
Thornlands is approximately 26km from the Brisbane CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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