Scarborough - Newport, QLD 4231
Regional Moreton Bay living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Country charm
- $405/wk Median
- 27.1% Renters
Scarborough - Newport Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 15.3k
- Median age
- 49
- Median weekly rent
- $405
- To the CBD
- 12.4km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Scarborough - Newport Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after room to move without leaving the Moreton Bay region altogether, Scarborough - Newport is a regular first stop. It's a solidly-sized community of 15,257, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Scarborough - Newport
Scarborough - Newport Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Scarborough - Newport Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Scarborough - Newport
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Scarborough - Newport
Real questions renters ask before moving to Scarborough - Newport.
Is Scarborough - Newport a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Scarborough - Newport has a 27.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How far is Scarborough - Newport from the Moreton Bay CBD?
Scarborough - Newport is approximately 3km from the Moreton Bay CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Scarborough - Newport walkable?
Scarborough - Newport carries a walkability score of 9.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Scarborough - Newport family-friendly for renters?
Scarborough - Newport has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $405/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Moreton Bay.
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