Kirwan - West, QLD 4059
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $350/wk Median
- 32.8% Renters
Kirwan - West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.9k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 2.7km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Kirwan - West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Kirwan - West sits among Townsville's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 14,944 residents and a solid minority renter share (32.8%), it's a well-established part of the Townsville rental market.
Around Kirwan - West
Kirwan - West Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Kirwan - West Parade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kirwan - West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kirwan - West.
What's the community like in Kirwan - West?
Locals describe Kirwan - West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 14,944, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Kirwan - West a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Kirwan - West has a 32.8% 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.
Is Kirwan - West family-friendly for renters?
Kirwan - West has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $350/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Townsville.
Is Kirwan - West walkable?
Kirwan - West carries a walkability score of 7.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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