Deception Bay, QLD 4170
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Moreton Bay's centre.
- Small-town feel
- $330/wk Median
- 35.9% Renters
Deception Bay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 22.7k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 3.6km
- Walkability
- 7.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Deception Bay Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
For renters after room to move without leaving the Moreton Bay region altogether, Deception Bay is a regular first stop. It's a solidly-sized community of 22,686, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Deception Bay
Deception Bay Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Deception Bay Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Deception Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Deception Bay
Real questions renters ask before moving to Deception Bay.
Is Deception Bay family-friendly for renters?
Deception Bay has around 9 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $330/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Moreton Bay.
What's the community like in Deception Bay?
Deception Bay has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 22,686, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Deception Bay?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Deception Bay is $330. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $330 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Deception Bay a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Deception Bay has a 35.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial 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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