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Murrumba Downs 4503

Northern suburb — 24.6km from Brisbane CBD · City of Moreton Bay · 6.4 km² · Walk Score 25/100

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Murrumba Downs right on the Redcliffe Peninsula line between Kallangur and Petrie, a well-established family suburb that's been absorbing overflow from the exploding northern corridor. The Murrumba State Secondary College was Queensland's first Flying Start school, giving local families a genuine reason to stay put rather than look elsewhere. With a median house price around $820,000 and good access to both the Bruce Highway and the train line, it's the kind of solid middle-ground suburb that investors and families both appreciate.

Market Pulse

$855,000
Median house price
+12.0%
YoY growth
$600/week
Median rent
3.6%
Rental yield
30–35 avg
Days on market

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

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Buyer demand signal: Balanced

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30–35 avg days on market·105 in past 12 months house sales·+12.0% YoY growth
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Living in Murrumba Downs

Living in Murrumba Downs: The Flying Start Suburb

Murrumba Downs sits on the Redcliffe Peninsula line between Kallangur and Petrie — a well-established family suburb that's been absorbing overflow from the exploding northern corridor. The Murrumba State Secondary College was Queensland's first Flying Start school, giving families a genuine reason to stay put rather than look elsewhere.

Murrumba Downs developed from the 1990s through the 2000s on what was originally farm and forest land. The Murrumba State Secondary College (Queensland's first Flying Start school, opened 2010) is a major draw for families — a purpose-built public high school with a strong academic focus. Murrumba Downs station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line provides train access to the CBD in about 40 minutes.

The North Lakes Business Park is nearby for employment. Westfield North Lakes handles retail. Black Duck Creek runs through the suburb, providing a green corridor. For families who want a newer home, a top-tier public high school, and a train station — all at a median around $855K — Murrumba Downs is a strong contender.

Who Should Buy Here?

Murrumba Downs is for families who want a newer home, a Flying Start high school, and a train station — the complete family package at a price that doesn't require sacrificing the inner corridor dreams.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

9/10
Schools10/10
Transport6/10
Amenities7/10
Growth10/10
Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Undurba State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public
Well-established primary (est. 1978) with ~1,000 students and solid NAPLAN results
Living Faith Lutheran Primary SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Private · ~$5,500/yr
Independent Lutheran school with good NAPLAN performance
Murrumba State Secondary CollegeSecondary (7–12) · Public
First Flying Start secondary in QLD (2012); ~1,400 students with strong academic programs
🚗 Nearby schools
Kallangur State School · Primary (P–6) · Public
Historical primary with solid NAPLAN baseline
Kallangur · ~5 min drive
North Lakes State College · Prep–12 · Public
One of QLD's largest schools with ~3,000 students
North Lakes · ~8 min drive

Walkability & Lifestyle

25/ 100 · Car-Dependent
  • 10 parks covering 8% of area
  • 1 per 1,080 residents
  • Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure
  • Murrumba Downs Shopping Centre — local retail
  • Westfield North Lakes — 5 min drive
  • Kallangur Village — 5 min drive

Transport

Train station: Murrumba Downs. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak (train).

  • ~30 min by train / ~25 min by car
  • ~25 min via Bruce Highway
  • Bus routes: 660, 665, 668
  • North Lakes, Redcliffe, Strathpine, Brisbane City

People & Demographics

Murrumba Downs has a median age of 35 with 78% family households. Household income averages $1,850/week (Mid-range for Moreton Bay suburbs). Population +1.1% since 2016 (from 10,681).

10,795
Population
35
Median age
$1,850/week
Median household income
65%
Owner occupied
1,687/km²
Pop. density
2.8 people
Avg household size
Professionals
Top occupation
Around national median advantage level
Queensland — 5th decile
Diversity Index
24% not Anglo-Australian (3rd+ gen)
Top Ancestries
English (29%) · Australian (27%) · New Zealand (5%)

Best Fit

Who Murrumba Downs suits

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

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Families
Murrumba Downs offers 3 schools within the suburb and 10 parks, with a median age suited to family life.
📈
Investors
3.6% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.1%. ~10.5% annually annual capital growth. Steady demand, low vacancy, consistent family buyer interest
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First Home Buyers
Median house price $855,000. 1 train station for city access.
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Downsizers
Unit median $520,000 with Murrumba Downs Shopping Centre — local retail, Westfield North Lakes — 5 min drive, Kallangur Village — 5 min drive nearby. ~30 min by train / ~25 min by car · Units yield 4.5%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$855,000
Median price
+12.0%
YoY growth
+3.0%
Quarterly growth
+65% (since 2021)
5-year growth
~10.5% annually
Annual capital growth
105 in past 12 months
Sales volume (12mo)
30–35 avg
Days on market
65%
Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$520,000
Median price
+9.5%
YoY growth
+3.2%
Quarterly growth
25 in past 12 months
Sales volume (12mo)
22–30 avg
Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$600/week
Median rent
3.6%
Gross yield
+6.8%
Rent growth (YoY)
+1.5%
Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$450/week
Median rent
4.5%
Gross yield
+7.2%
Rent growth (YoY)
Demand indicators
Vacancy rate: 1.1%
Steady — family suburb with good schools, railway station, and proximity to North Lakes

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 15/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

48% lower than QLD average
Break-ins vs QLD avg
35% lower than national average
Break-ins vs national
42% lower than QLD average
Vehicle theft vs QLD
38% lower than QLD average
Violent crime vs QLD
Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −6.0% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −18% (2020–24) · Violent −5.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 220 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low-moderate — areas near North Pine River and Freshwater Creek subject to flooding. Low (urban suburb, fully developed residential). Always verify your specific property:

  • Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer for specific property risk
  • Council flood planning overlay applies near river corridor
  • Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Murrumba Downs has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Murrumba Downs Railway Station
Opened 2016 as part of Redcliffe Peninsula line — major transport infrastructure investment
Infrastructure
  • Murrumba Downs railway station — on Redcliffe Peninsula line
  • John Oxley Reserve — 10ha bushland reserve
  • Close to Westfield North Lakes and North Lakes Health Precinct
Population projection: Projected ~11,500–12,500 by 2036 (limited infill potential)

Top Sales

Recorded examples · verify current status

Recent recorded sales in Murrumba Downs across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice
May 2026 — 1 sale
May 20264br house, 22 Goodfellow Rd$1,120,000
Apr 2026 — 2 sales
Apr 20264br house, 45 Brays Rd$1,020,000
Apr 20263br house, 15 Old Bay Rd$850,000
Mar 2026 — 1 sale
Mar 20264br house, 8 Ogg Rd$930,000
Feb 2026 — 1 sale
Feb 20263br house, 55 Dohles Rocks Rd$780,000
Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~10.5% annually
Annual capital growth
3.6%
House rental yield
Units: 4.5%
1.1%
Vacancy rate
+6.8%
Rent growth (YoY)
  • Investor profile: Stable family suburb with railway access and good schooling options
  • Demand indicator: Steady demand, low vacancy, consistent family buyer interest
  • Gentrification risk: Low — well-established suburb with quality housing stock
  • Subdivision potential: Limited — mostly built-out with standard lot sizes

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Murrumba Downs: The Flying Start Suburb

On the Redcliffe Peninsula line between Kallangur and Petrie, Murrumba Downs is a well-established family suburb that's been absorbing overflow from the exploding northern corridor. The Murrumba State Secondary College was Queensland's first Flying Start school — giving families a genuine reason to

Read the full guide ↗
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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