ABS 2021 Census · Updated 31 March 2026
Bundamba is an outer-metropolitan suburb of Brisbane, Australia, with a population of approximately 6,542, making it a smaller community. Located approximately 26 km from the Brisbane CBD, Bundamba is a outer metro area in Queensland. The median household income is $71,916 AUD per year (ABS 2021 Census).
Household earnings in Bundamba are below the state average, which may affect long-term capital growth.
Map shows Bundamba, Queensland, Australia.
Official Australia Post postcode for Bundamba. 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 2 schools within or near this suburb based on ABS 2021 data.
Find schools near Bundamba on My School →Estimated 3 parks 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 →Bundamba'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 $300/week (ABS 2021) indicates an affordable rental market. Owner-occupiers face a median mortgage repayment of $1,300/month. 78% of dwellings are separate houses, indicating a predominantly family-oriented, land-rich market.
A buy-and-hold approach in Bundamba could work well with careful property selection and a longer time horizon.
Expect competitive but not exceptional rental returns in Bundamba's current market.
The resale market in Bundamba may not support quick-turnaround renovation projects.
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Create free account →Growth in Bundamba through 2026 will likely be steady rather than spectacular, tracking the wider market. The rental market in Bundamba should see steady occupancy, with moderate upward pressure on rents. The market mood around Bundamba is balanced — neither bullish nor bearish heading into 2026.
Bundamba is a outer metro area in Queensland with a population of 6,542. The median rent is $300/week and the median household income is $71,916/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 Bundamba include affordability relative to inner suburbs and expanding infrastructure. 78% of dwellings are separate houses. The area has approximately 2 schools and 3 parks nearby.
According to the ABS 2021 Census, Bundamba has a population of approximately 6,542. For historical population trends and intercensal estimates, visit the ABS Census Data Explorer at abs.gov.au.
Bundamba is approximately 26 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.