Westlake, QLD 4707
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $550/wk Median
- 10.9% Renters
Westlake Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.4k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 14.2km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Westlake Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Renters land in Westlake for the balance it strikes — close enough to Brisbane's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 10.9% of the suburb's 4,444 residents rent.
Around Westlake
Westlake Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Westlake Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Westlake
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Westlake
Real questions renters ask before moving to Westlake.
What's the community like in Westlake?
Westlake has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 4,444, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Westlake?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Westlake is $550. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $550 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Westlake a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Westlake has a 10.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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