The Gap
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for The Gap, QLD 4061.
About The Gap
Welcome to The Gap
The Gap sits roughly 10 kilometres north-west of the Brisbane CBD, tucked between the bushland ridges of the D'Aguilar Range and the leafy inner-western suburbs of Bardon and Ashgrove. It has long had a reputation as one of Brisbane's more established family enclaves — a place where suburban streets back onto national park rather than freeway, and where the pace feels a notch slower than closer-in suburbs like Toowong and Taringa.
It suits buyers and renters after space, greenery and a strong sense of community without giving up a genuine connection to the city. Families dominate the demographic here, drawn by the schools, the parks and the surrounding bushland, though the suburb's proximity to Ashgrove and Bardon means it's just as liveable for professionals who don't mind a slightly longer commute in exchange for a quieter street and a bigger backyard.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in The Gap revolves around its local village strip, weekend sport and easy access to bushwalking trails right on the suburb's doorstep. The nearby Enoggera Reservoir and the D'Aguilar Range give residents a rare combination for Brisbane: proper hiking and mountain-biking terrain within a short drive of home, alongside the cafes and casual dining you'd expect of a well-established suburban centre. It's a suburb built for weekend routines — a coffee at the local shops, a walk with the dog, sport on Saturday morning — rather than nightlife, and that's very much the appeal.
Shopping
The Gap Village and surrounding retail strip cover the day-to-day essentials, from supermarkets to specialty stores and services, meaning most residents can do their regular shopping without leaving the suburb. For bigger shopping trips, Toowong and the broader inner-western corridor are a short drive away, giving locals easy backup access to larger retail and lifestyle precincts without sacrificing the convenience of a self-contained local centre.
Getting around
The Gap's biggest trade-off is also its defining feature: there's no rail line through the suburb, so getting to the city means the car or bus network. Regular bus services run into the Brisbane CBD and connect through to Ashgrove and Bardon, and from there into the wider public transport grid, while Waterworks Road and Mount Nebo Road provide the main arterial routes in and out. Drivers can reach the CBD in well under half an hour outside peak periods, and the suburb's position relative to Toowong and Taringa means the Western Freeway and Centenary Motorway are both within easy reach for those heading further afield.
Schools & families
Education is one of The Gap's strongest cards, with The Gap State School and The Gap State High School anchoring the local public system, supported by Hilder Road State School and Payne Road State School nearby. St Peter Chanel Primary School adds a Catholic option within the same catchment area. This density of schooling, combined with the suburb's parks and sporting clubs, is a big part of why families put down roots here and tend to stay for the long haul.
Parks & recreation
Backing onto the D'Aguilar Range gives The Gap a genuine bushland backdrop that few Brisbane suburbs this close to the CBD can match. Walking and mountain bike trails, along with the reserves and sporting grounds scattered through the suburb, mean outdoor recreation is rarely more than a few minutes from home. It's a drawcard for active families and anyone who wants weekend adventure without a long drive to get there.
The property market
The Gap's property market is overwhelmingly house-driven, with houses making up 83% of current listings against 11% townhouses and just 3% each for apartments and land — reflecting the suburb's low-density, family-oriented character. The median house price currently sits at $1.46 million, having grown 3.1% recently, a steady rather than explosive trajectory that fits a well-established suburb with limited new supply. Median rent is $875 a week, underlining strong ongoing demand from tenants chasing the same space and lifestyle that owner-occupiers are buying into. With a population of 817 and a median age of 33, the suburb continues to draw younger families alongside longer-term residents, keeping both the sales and rental markets competitive.
Market snapshot
The Gap property market
Median sale price
$1.46m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$875
per week
Gross rental yield
3.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.11m
Median
$1.46m
Premium
$1.99m
Days on market
17
Auction clearance
53%
Sold this year
115
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +7.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in The Gap by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for The Gap, QLD 4061.
Population
817
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$1,987
median, per week
Median rent
$255
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
15%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in The Gap
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in The Gap
$1.30m
17 Wollundry Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
25 Weemala Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.94m
77 School Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.22m
42 Romea Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.84m
34a Kimruska Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.38m
75 Belclare Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.88m
72 Bromwich Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.06m
11/903 Waterworks Road
Sold ~July 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
The Gap suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in The Gap?
The median house price in The Gap, QLD is $1.46m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.1%.
How much is rent in The Gap?
The median weekly rent in The Gap is around $875 per week.
Is The Gap a good place to live?
The Gap is a north-western suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The Gap is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 817 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of The Gap?
The Gap has a population of 817 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
What schools are in The Gap?
There are 5 schools in or near The Gap, including Hilder Road State School, Payne Road State School and St Peter Chanel Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in The Gap?
Properties in The Gap take around 17 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 53%.
How much do you need to buy in The Gap?
Entry-level properties in The Gap start around $1.11m, while premium homes reach $1.99m.
What suburbs are near The Gap?
Suburbs near The Gap include Gap, Bardon, Ashgrove, Toowong and Taringa.
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