Wavell Heights, QLD 4849
Close to everything Brisbane offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $430/wk Median
- 26.6% Renters
Wavell Heights Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10.3k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $430
- To the CBD
- 8.9km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Wavell 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.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Wavell Heights for the balance it strikes — close enough to Brisbane's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 26.6% of the suburb's 10,344 residents rent.
Around Wavell Heights
Wavell Heights Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Wavell Heights Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Wavell Heights
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Wavell Heights
Real questions renters ask before moving to Wavell Heights.
Is Wavell Heights walkable?
Wavell Heights carries a walkability score of 8.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Wavell Heights from the Brisbane CBD?
Wavell Heights is approximately 9km from the Brisbane CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 19-34 minutes.
Is Wavell Heights family-friendly for renters?
Wavell Heights has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $430/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
Is Wavell Heights a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Wavell Heights has a 26.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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