Middle Ridge, QLD 4115
A slower pace than Toowoomba, with space and community to match.
- Regional lifestyle
- $420/wk Median
- 20.0% Renters
Middle Ridge Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.6k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $420
- To the CBD
- 4.7km
- Walkability
- 7.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Middle Ridge Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Middle Ridge offers a genuinely different pace from Toowoomba's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $420 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 7,595, with 20.0% renting rather than owning.
Around Middle Ridge
Middle Ridge Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Middle Ridge Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Middle Ridge
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Middle Ridge
Real questions renters ask before moving to Middle Ridge.
What's the community like in Middle Ridge?
Middle Ridge has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 7,595, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Middle Ridge family-friendly for renters?
Middle Ridge has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $420/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Toowoomba.
Is Middle Ridge a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Middle Ridge has a 20.0% 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.
How much does it cost to rent in Middle Ridge?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Middle Ridge is $420. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $420 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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