Rockhampton Surrounds - East, QLD 4924
Room to breathe, on Queensland's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $280/wk Median
- 8.1% Renters
Rockhampton Surrounds - East Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.5k
- Median age
- 46
- Median weekly rent
- $280
- To the CBD
- 514km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Rockhampton Surrounds - East Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Rockhampton Surrounds - East is a regional Queensland community of 3,507 residents, with 8.1% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $280 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Queensland's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Rockhampton Surrounds - East
Rockhampton Surrounds - East Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Rockhampton Surrounds - East Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Rockhampton Surrounds - East
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Rockhampton Surrounds - East
Real questions renters ask before moving to Rockhampton Surrounds - East.
Is Rockhampton Surrounds - East family-friendly for renters?
Rockhampton Surrounds - East has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $280/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional QLD.
Is Rockhampton Surrounds - East walkable?
Rockhampton Surrounds - East carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How much does it cost to rent in Rockhampton Surrounds - East?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Rockhampton Surrounds - East is $280. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $280 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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