Babinda, QLD 4160
Where Cairns's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $240/wk Median
- 19.9% Renters
Babinda Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.6k
- Median age
- 47
- Median weekly rent
- $240
- To the CBD
- 47.1km
- Walkability
- 5.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Babinda Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Babinda sits among Cairns's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 4,568 residents and a smaller but steady renter share (19.9%), it's a well-established part of the Cairns rental market.
Around Babinda
Babinda Point
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Babinda Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Babinda
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Babinda
Real questions renters ask before moving to Babinda.
Is Babinda walkable?
Babinda carries a walkability score of 5.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Babinda from the Cairns CBD?
Babinda is approximately 47km from the Cairns CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Babinda a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Babinda has a 19.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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