ABS 2021 Census · Updated 31 March 2026
Basin Pocket is an outer-metropolitan suburb of Brisbane, Australia, with a population of approximately 931, making it a boutique locality. Located approximately 29 km from the Brisbane CBD, Basin Pocket is a outer metro area in Queensland. The median household income is $66,872 AUD per year (ABS 2021 Census).
Household earnings in Basin Pocket are below the state average, which may affect long-term capital growth.
Map shows Basin Pocket, Queensland, Australia.
Official Australia Post postcode for Basin Pocket. A postcode may cover multiple suburbs.
Australia Post Postcode Finder →Usual resident population at census night. Source: ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
ABS Census Data →Weekly median rent for occupied private dwellings. Source: ABS 2021 Census. Live rental data integration coming soon.
State Rental Authority →Annual median household income (before tax) for all households. Source: ABS 2021 Census.
ABS Census Data →Straight-line distance from the suburb centroid (ABS 2021 SAL geography) to the nearest capital city CBD. Actual driving distance will be longer.
Estimated 1 school within or near this suburb based on ABS 2021 data.
Find schools near Basin Pocket on My School →Estimated 1 park and green spaces near this suburb. Source: ABS 2021 data.
Monthly median mortgage repayment for households currently paying off a mortgage. Source: ABS 2021 Census.
ABS Census Data →Proportion of separate houses vs units, townhouses, and other dwelling types. Source: ABS 2021 Census. Relevant for investors assessing rental demand mix.
ABS Census Data →Basin Pocket's outer-metropolitan position means more affordable entry points for investors, with potential for capital growth as infrastructure extends outward. Demand is often driven by young families seeking space and value. The median rent of $275/week (ABS 2021) indicates an affordable rental market. Owner-occupiers face a median mortgage repayment of $1,259/month. 86% of dwellings are separate houses, indicating a predominantly family-oriented, land-rich market.
Holding property in Basin Pocket over the medium term may deliver steady, if unspectacular, returns.
Expect competitive but not exceptional rental returns in Basin Pocket's current market.
Limited buyer depth in Basin Pocket makes flip strategies higher-risk — consider rental conversion instead.
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Create free account →Price movement in Basin Pocket is expected to be flat to modest in 2026, reflecting broader regional market conditions. Tenants in Basin Pocket have options — presenting well-maintained properties is key to minimising vacancy. Sentiment is subdued, though improving local conditions could shift perceptions over time.
Basin Pocket is a outer metro area in Queensland with a population of 931. The median rent is $275/week and the median household income is $66,872/year (ABS 2021 Census). As with any property investment, conduct thorough due diligence on current listings, vacancy rates, and local infrastructure plans before committing.
Key demand drivers in Basin Pocket include affordability relative to inner suburbs and expanding infrastructure. 86% of dwellings are separate houses. The area has approximately 1 schools and 1 parks nearby.
According to the ABS 2021 Census, Basin Pocket has a population of approximately 931. For historical population trends and intercensal estimates, visit the ABS Census Data Explorer at abs.gov.au.
Basin Pocket is approximately 29 km straight-line distance from the Brisbane CBD (calculated from ABS 2021 suburb centroid coordinates). This is within comfortable commuting range with good transport links.