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Warner 4500

Western MBRC โ€” developing semi-rural ยท City of Moreton Bay ยท 9.8 kmยฒ ยท Walk Score 12/100

โšก Beverley's read

Warner the rural buffer between the northern corridor suburbs and the bushland beyond ? acreage properties, hobby farms, and the kind of quiet that comes from having actual space between neighbours. Nineteen kilometres from the CBD via Bridgeman Downs, it's one of those pockets of the city that feels like it's from another era, with horse paddocks where you'd expect townhouses and bush tracks where you'd expect bitumen. Development pressure is building as the corridor pushes north, but Warner's larger blocks and rural zoning have so far kept the developers at bay.

Market Pulse

$900,000
Median house price
+10.5%
YoY growth
$580/week
Median rent
3.3%
Rental yield
35โ€“45
Days on market

Living in Warner

Living in Warner: Lakes and Family Living

Warner โ€” featured image
Suburb Insights
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Warner developed mostly from the 1990s through 2000s on former rural land between Eatons Hill and Petrie. The Warner Lakes precinct is the centrepiece โ€” a series of artificial lakes surrounded by parkland, walking trails, and playgrounds that have become the suburb's defining feature. The lakes attract birdlife and provide a focal point for community activities.

The suburb is still growing, with new estates filling the remaining pockets. Warner State School serves local families. The Warner Shopping Centre on Old Northern Road handles daily needs with a supermarket and speciality stores. The Bruce Highway and Petrie station are both within 10 minutes. For families who want newer homes with lake views and parkland access at prices below the inner corridor, Warner is a strong contender โ€” the median sits around $950K, reflecting the suburb's established but still-growing character.

Who Should Buy Here?

Warner is for buyers who appreciate what this suburb offers โ€” 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
Schools1/10
Transport2/10
Amenities4/10
Growth10/10
Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

No schools within Warner itself. See nearby schools below.
๐Ÿš— Nearby schools
Albany Creek SHS ยท Secondary (7โ€“12) ยท Public
Largest in area
Albany Creek ยท ~8 min drive

Walkability & Lifestyle

12/ 100 ยท Car-Dependent
  • 6 parks covering 6% of area
  • 1 per 400
  • Bike Score: Low
  • Albany Creek Village โ€” 8 min
  • Strathpine โ€” 10 min

Transport

No train station within the suburb โ€” bus services provide public transport connections.

  • ~35 min by car
  • ~38 min via South Pine Rd
  • Bus routes: 357, 359
  • City, Chermside, Albany Creek

People & Demographics

Warner has a median age of 37 with 76%. Household income averages $1,880/week (Mid-range). Population +5%.

2,428
Population
37
Median age
$1,880/week
Median household income
72%
Owner occupied
248/kmยฒ
Pop. density
2.7 people
Avg household size
Professionals
Top occupation
Around national median
Queensland โ€” 5th decile
Diversity Index
22%
Top Ancestries
English (30%) ยท Australian (28%) ยท New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Warner suits

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

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Families
Warner offers 1 nearby schools and 6 parks, with a median age suited to family life.
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Investors
3.3% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.1%. ~9.5% annual capital growth. Steady demand
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First Home Buyers
Median house price $900,000 โ€” may stretch budgets, but consider units for a more accessible entry point.
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Downsizers
Unit median $450,000. ~35 min by car ยท Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property โ€” Houses

$900,000
Median price
+10.5%
YoY growth
+3%
Quarterly growth
+52%
5-year growth
~9.5%
Annual capital growth
20
Sales volume (12mo)
35โ€“45
Days on market
72%
Owner-occupied

Property โ€” Units

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

Rental Market

๐Ÿ  House rental

$580/week
Median rent
3.3%
Gross yield
+7%
Rent growth (YoY)
+1.5%
Rent growth (QoQ)

๐Ÿข Unit rental

$400/week
Median rent
4.6%
Gross yield
+7.5%
Rent growth (YoY)
Demand indicators
Vacancy rate: 1.1%
Steady โ€” 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) โ€” 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 (2020โ€“2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins โˆ’5% (2020โ€“24) ยท Vehicle theft โˆ’15% (2020โ€“24) ยท Violent โˆ’4.5% (2020โ€“24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 200 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low. Moderate. Always verify your specific property:

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

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

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

Warner Residential Growth
Infill development on former acreage
Infrastructure
  • Warner โ€” semi-rural transitioning to suburban
Population projection: Projected ~4,000โ€“5,500 by 2036

Top Sales

Updated: May 2026 ยท Public property records + market estimates

Recent recorded sales in Warner across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice
May 2026 โ€” 1 sale
May 20264br acreage, 22 Warner Rd$1,180,000
Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings โ†—

Investor Summary

~9.5%
Annual capital growth
3.3%
House rental yield
Units: 4.6%
1.1%
Vacancy rate
+7%
Rent growth (YoY)
  • Investor profile: Transitioning semi-rural
  • Demand indicator: Steady demand
  • Gentrification risk: Low
  • Subdivision potential: High

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Warner: Lakes and Family Living

Between Eatons Hill and Petrie, Warner is a growing suburb built around the Warner Lakes precinct. New estates, parkland, and proximity to both the highway and the train line make it a popular choice for young families.

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

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