Dolphin Heads
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Dolphin Heads, QLD 4740.
About Dolphin Heads
Welcome to Dolphin Heads
Market snapshot
Dolphin Heads property market
Median sale price
$160k
Unit · 1 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$145k
Median
$160k
Premium
$237k
Days on market
49
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
19
Median sold price trend · Unit 1 bed
Compound growth +17.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Dolphin Heads by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Dolphin Heads, QLD 4740.
Population
413
residents (2021)
Median age
48
years
Household income
$2,833
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Dolphin Heads
$160k
133/6 Beach Road
Sold ~July 2026
$205k
226/6 Beach Road
Sold ~July 2026
$350k
1/2 Beach Road
Sold ~June 2026
$616k
97 Camilleri Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Dolphin Heads suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Dolphin Heads?
The median unit price in Dolphin Heads, QLD is $160k for a 1-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 3.8%.
Is Dolphin Heads a good place to live?
Dolphin Heads is a coastal town and northern suburb of Mackay in the Mackay Region, Queensland, Australia. Dolphin Heads is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 413.
What is the population of Dolphin Heads?
Dolphin Heads has a population of 413 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 48.
How long do homes take to sell in Dolphin Heads?
Properties in Dolphin Heads take around 49 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Dolphin Heads?
Entry-level properties in Dolphin Heads start around $145k, while premium homes reach $237k.
What suburbs are near Dolphin Heads?
Suburbs near Dolphin Heads include Eimeo, Bucasia, Rural View, Blacks Beach and Shoal Point.
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