Townsville City - North Ward, QLD 4260
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $320/wk Median
- 53.7% Renters
Townsville City - North Ward Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.1k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $320
- To the CBD
- 12.9km
- Walkability
- 8.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Townsville City - North Ward Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Townsville City - North Ward usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 9,116 people, 53.7% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $320 that reflects its position in the Townsville market.
Around Townsville City - North Ward
Townsville City - North Ward Foreshore
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Townsville City - North Ward Point
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Townsville City - North Ward
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Townsville City - North Ward
Real questions renters ask before moving to Townsville City - North Ward.
Is Townsville City - North Ward walkable?
Townsville City - North Ward carries a walkability score of 8.6/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Townsville City - North Ward from the Townsville CBD?
Townsville City - North Ward is approximately 1km from the Townsville CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 11-26 minutes.
Is Townsville City - North Ward a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Townsville City - North Ward has a 53.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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 Townsville City - North Ward?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Townsville City - North Ward is $320. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $320 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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