Carpentaria, QLD 4183
Regional Queensland living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Small-town feel
- $125/wk Median
- 64.3% Renters
Carpentaria Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.9k
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $125
- To the CBD
- 1846km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Carpentaria Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
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
Country Lifestyle
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Carpentaria is a regular choice in regional Queensland. It's a close-knit community of 4,921 people, 64.3% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $125.
Around Carpentaria
Carpentaria Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Carpentaria Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Carpentaria
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Carpentaria
Real questions renters ask before moving to Carpentaria.
Is Carpentaria walkable?
Carpentaria carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How far is Carpentaria from Queensland's capital?
Carpentaria is approximately 1846km from Queensland's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Carpentaria?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Carpentaria is $125. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $125 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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