Longreach, QLD 4464
Regional Queensland living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Small-town feel
- $200/wk Median
- 35.5% Renters
Longreach Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.6k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $200
- To the CBD
- 996km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Longreach Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Longreach is a regular choice in regional Queensland. It's a close-knit community of 3,647 people, 35.5% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $200.
Around Longreach
Longreach Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Longreach Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Longreach
Listing data is temporarily unavailable for Longreach / We're working on it — in the meantime, set up an alert and we'll notify you as soon as it's back.
Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Longreach
Real questions renters ask before moving to Longreach.
What's the community like in Longreach?
Locals describe Longreach as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 3,647, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Longreach family-friendly for renters?
Longreach has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $200/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional QLD.
How far is Longreach from Queensland's capital?
Longreach is approximately 996km from Queensland's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Longreach walkable?
Longreach carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Not sure Longreach is right for you?
Take the 2-minute quiz and we'll match you to your top three Regional QLD suburbs — by lifestyle, budget and commute.
Take the quiz →