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Bellara 4507

Bribie Island — central · City of Moreton Bay · 2.5 km² · Walk Score 28/100

⚡ Beverley's read

Bellara bongaree's quieter neighbour on the southern end of Bribie Island ? fewer shops, more peace, and a direct connection to the Pumicestone Passage foreshore that makes it a hit with the boating and fishing crowd. The median age of 55 tells the story of a retiree haven, with permanent residents outnumbering holidaymakers in a way that gives the suburb genuine community rather than just weekend energy. Property here is a lifestyle choice first and an investment second.

Market Pulse

$700,000
Median house price
+12%
YoY growth
$500/week
Median rent
3.7%
Rental yield
28–35 avg
Days on market

Snapshot updated May 2026. Source: Public property records + market estimates.

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Buyer demand signal: Balanced

In Bellara, conditions look workable, but pricing and presentation still matter. This uses suburb-level signals only, so the next step is checking your property type, street, condition and likely price range.

28–35 avg days on market·15 house sales·+12% YoY growth
57
Signal score / 100
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Living in Bellara

Living in Bellara: Bribie Island's Bustling Heart

Bellara — featured image
Suburb Insights
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Bellara is the commercial engine of Bribie Island — the first suburb over the bridge and the place where islanders do their daily business. The Bellara Shopping Centre is the island's main retail precinct. The Bribie Island RSL and several pubs cluster around the foreshore. Medical centres, pharmacies, and services are concentrated here.

The Sylvan Beach Esplanade is Bellara's standout amenity — a boardwalk and park stretching along the Pumicestone Passage with playgrounds, picnic areas, and uninterrupted views across to the Glasshouse Mountains. The Bellara Park foreshore provides walking paths, a boat ramp, and water access. The suburb developed mostly from the 1970s as Bribie's residential population grew beyond the original Bongaree settlement. The median sits around $700K — one of the more affordable island entry points.

Who Should Buy Here?

Bellara is for buyers who appreciate what this suburb offers — and aren't looking for what it doesn't have. It's not for everyone. But for the right buyer, it's exactly right.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

5/10
Schools0/10
Transport3/10
Amenities4/10
Growth10/10
Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

No schools within Bellara itself. See nearby schools below.

Walkability & Lifestyle

28/ 100 · Car-Dependent
  • 4 parks covering 8% of area
  • 1 per 450
  • Bike Score: Moderate — flat island
  • Bellara local shops
  • Bongaree 3 min

Transport

No train station within the suburb — bus services provide public transport connections.

  • ~55 min by car
  • ~55 min via Bruce Hwy
  • Bus routes: 640, 641, 642
  • North Lakes, Caboolture, Brisbane City

People & Demographics

Bellara has a median age of 40 with 62%. Household income averages $1,650/week (Mid-range). Population +5%.

1,822
Population
40
Median age
$1,650/week
Median household income
60%
Owner occupied
729/km²
Pop. density
2.7 people
Avg household size
Professionals
Top occupation
Around national median
Queensland — 5th decile
Diversity Index
22%
Top Ancestries
English (30%) · Australian (28%) · New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Bellara suits

Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Bellara appeals to these buyer profiles.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Families
Bellara offers 0 nearby schools and 4 parks, with a median age suited to family life.
📈
Investors
3.7% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.3%. ~10% annual capital growth. Steady demand
🏠
First Home Buyers
Median house price $700,000. Relatively affordable entry point.
🔑
Downsizers
Unit median $450,000. ~55 min by car · Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$700,000
Median price
+12%
YoY growth
+3%
Quarterly growth
+62%
5-year growth
~10%
Annual capital growth
15
Sales volume (12mo)
28–35 avg
Days on market
60%
Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$450,000
Median price
+10%
YoY growth
+3.5%
Quarterly growth
20
Sales volume (12mo)
20–28 avg
Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$500/week
Median rent
3.7%
Gross yield
+7%
Rent growth (YoY)
+1.5%
Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$400/week
Median rent
4.6%
Gross yield
+7.5%
Rent growth (YoY)
Demand indicators
Vacancy rate: 1.3%
Steady — corridor with amenity and transport

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 18/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

40% lower than QLD average
Break-ins vs QLD avg
28% lower than national average
Break-ins vs national
35% lower than QLD average
Vehicle theft vs QLD
30% lower than QLD average
Violent crime vs QLD
Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −5% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −15% (2020–24) · Violent −4.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 200 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Moderate coastal. Moderate. Always verify your specific property:

  • Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer
  • Council flood planning overlay may apply
  • Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Bellara has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Bellara Residential
Established island coastal suburb
Infrastructure
  • Bellara — quiet Bribie Island residential
  • Pumicestone Passage access
Population projection: Projected ~2000–3000 by 2036

Top Sales

Recorded examples · verify current status

Recent recorded sales in Bellara across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice
May 2026 — 1 sale
May 20264br, 22 Bellara Esp$950,000
Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~10%
Annual capital growth
3.7%
House rental yield
Units: 4.6%
1.3%
Vacancy rate
+7%
Rent growth (YoY)
  • Investor profile: Quiet coastal island suburb
  • Demand indicator: Steady demand
  • Gentrification risk: Low
  • Subdivision potential: Moderate

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Bellara: Bribie Island's Bustling Heart

The first suburb you hit when you cross the Bribie Island bridge, Bellara is the island's commercial and social hub — the Bellara Shopping Centre, Bribie Island RSL, pubs, medical centres, and the Sylvan Beach Esplanade with its boardwalk and Glasshouse Mountains views. For buyers who want island li

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Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · QPS Crime Statistics · MySchool / ACARA NAPLAN · Council flood mapping · WalkScore.com · QLD Government population projections · TransLink GTFS. Property data is indicative — verify with current sales. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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