Gumdale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gumdale, QLD 4154.
About Gumdale
Welcome to Gumdale
Gumdale sits in Brisbane's eastern suburbs, roughly 17 kilometres from the CBD, tucked among Belmont, Wakerley, Chandler, Ransome and Tingalpa. It's one of the city's quieter semi-rural pockets, known for its acreage blocks, leafy streets and a distinct lack of through-traffic bustle.
With a population of just 2,298 and a median age of 38, Gumdale attracts families and professionals wanting space and privacy without giving up easy access to Brisbane's east side. It's a suburb defined almost entirely by houses on generous blocks, appealing to buyers chasing room to move rather than inner-city convenience.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Gumdale is low-key and residential, with much of the day-to-day dining and cafe culture found just over the border in neighbouring Belmont, Chandler and Wakerley. The appeal here is the acreage lifestyle: larger gardens, room for horses or a shed, and a genuine sense of separation from suburban density, all while remaining within reach of Brisbane's eastern retail and hospitality strips.
Shopping
Gumdale itself has no significant retail strip, but Westfield Carindale and the shopping precincts around Chandler and Belmont are only a short drive away, covering everyday grocery needs, homewares and larger department stores. Tingalpa and Ransome also offer bulky goods and trade-focused retail, useful for anyone renovating or maintaining a larger block.
Getting around
Being semi-rural, Gumdale is best navigated by car, with the Gateway Motorway and Old Cleveland Road providing key routes into the city and along the bayside corridor. Public transport options are more limited than in denser inner suburbs, so most residents rely on private vehicles, though bus services connecting through Belmont and Chandler link into the wider network for those commuting to the CBD or connecting to train lines further west.
Schools & families
Gumdale State School is the local anchor for families, offering primary schooling within the suburb itself. Secondary options are available in surrounding suburbs, and the area's larger blocks and quiet streets make it a popular choice for households wanting a semi-rural upbringing for kids while staying within Brisbane's metropolitan footprint.
Housing & architecture
Every current listing in Gumdale is a house, reflecting the suburb's identity as an acreage and low-density enclave rather than a unit or townhouse market. Blocks here tend to be larger than the Brisbane average, and homes range from established residences to newer builds designed to make the most of the space, with room for pools, sheds and established gardens that you simply won't find in more built-up eastern suburbs.
The property market
Gumdale's property market is squarely house-driven, with 100% of current listings being houses, no units or townhouses in the mix. This reflects strong buyer demand for land and lifestyle over density, drawing a specific type of purchaser willing to trade proximity to retail strips for space, privacy and the semi-rural feel that neighbouring Wakerley, Chandler and Ransome share. That consistency in dwelling type makes Gumdale a relatively predictable market for buyers specifically seeking acreage-style living within commuting distance of Brisbane.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gumdale, QLD 4154.
Population
2,298
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$3,405
median, per week
Median rent
$585
per week
Median mortgage
$2,669
per month
Mortgage / income
18%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gumdale
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Gumdale
$4.20m
337 Grassdale Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.67m
47 Wattle Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.48m
1 Terraldon Circuit
Sold ~June 2026
$2.30m
727 Grassdale Road
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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Gumdale suburb FAQ
How much is rent in Gumdale?
The median weekly rent in Gumdale is around $890 per week.
Is Gumdale a good place to live?
Gumdale is an outer suburb of the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Gumdale is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 2,298 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Gumdale?
Gumdale has a population of 2,298 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Gumdale?
There is 1 school in or near Gumdale, including Gumdale State School.
What suburbs are near Gumdale?
Suburbs near Gumdale include Belmont, Wakerley, Chandler, Ransome and Tingalpa.
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