Upper Caboolture
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Upper Caboolture, QLD 4510.
About Upper Caboolture
Welcome to Upper Caboolture
Upper Caboolture sits on the northern fringe of Brisbane's outer growth corridor, part of the broader Caboolture area around 45km north of the CBD in Moreton Bay. It's a suburb defined by newer housing estates, semi-rural pockets and easy proximity to established Caboolture town centre, making it a practical choice for buyers wanting space without giving up convenience.
With a population of 5,087 and a median age of 33, Upper Caboolture has the profile of a young, growing family area. It sits alongside Bellmere, Estate Bellmere, Lilywood, Caboolture South and Caboolture, and increasingly draws buyers priced out of closer-in suburbs who still want a house-and-land package within commuting distance of the city.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Upper Caboolture is overwhelmingly detached houses, reflecting its growth-corridor character. Current listings show 98% houses against just 2% land, so while there's still the occasional vacant block for those wanting to build, most buyers are purchasing established or near-new homes on generous suburban blocks. Expect a mix of modern brick-and-tile estates and larger acreage-style properties on the suburb's semi-rural edges, particularly toward Lilywood and the Bellmere border.
The property market
Upper Caboolture has been one of the stronger performers in the Moreton Bay region recently, with house prices climbing 20.6% to a current median of $935,000. That's solid growth for an outer-Brisbane suburb and reflects the broader wave of buyers moving north in search of larger blocks and relative affordability compared with inner and middle-ring Brisbane. On the rental side, median rent sits at $670 a week, pointing to healthy demand from tenants who want family-sized housing without inner-city prices, a trend likely to continue as the surrounding Caboolture corridor keeps building out.
Getting around
Upper Caboolture's location just off the Bruce Highway makes it a straightforward drive south to Brisbane or north toward the Sunshine Coast, while Caboolture town centre is only minutes away for those who prefer to avoid the highway altogether. Caboolture railway station, on the Caboolture line into the Brisbane CBD, gives residents a rail option for commuting without a car, and local bus services connect the suburb to Caboolture and neighbouring Bellmere and Morayfield areas.
Shopping
For day-to-day shopping, residents typically head into Caboolture, which has a full range of supermarkets, specialty stores and the Caboolture Square and Central Lakes shopping centres nearby. This proximity means Upper Caboolture itself can stay largely residential while still giving households easy access to major retail, without a long drive.
Schools & families
Given the suburb's young median age of 33, it's little surprise Upper Caboolture and its surrounds are well set up for families, with primary and secondary schooling options available across Caboolture and neighbouring Bellmere. The mix of established estates and newer developments has attracted a steady flow of young families and first-home buyers looking for larger blocks close to schools, sport and childcare without the price tag of suburbs closer to Brisbane.
Parks & recreation
The semi-rural fringes of Upper Caboolture and its neighbours Lilywood and Estate Bellmere offer plenty of green space, and local parks throughout the newer estates give families room to walk, ride and let kids play close to home. The wider Caboolture area also provides access to sporting clubs, ovals and recreational facilities, making it easy for residents to stay active without leaving the local area.
Market snapshot
Upper Caboolture property market
Median sale price
$935k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$670
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$777k
Median
$935k
Premium
$1.62m
Days on market
31
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
63
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +15.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Upper Caboolture by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Upper Caboolture, QLD 4510.
Population
5,087
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$1,879
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,820
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Upper Caboolture
$1.32m
30 Sparrowhawk Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.73m
112 Thornbill Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.02m
16 Riverparks Way
Sold ~July 2026
$936k
72 Olympic Court
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
22 Woodfern Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$880k
16 Arcadia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
8/62-64 Pauls Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.49m
1 Thyme Court
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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Upper Caboolture suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Upper Caboolture?
The median house price in Upper Caboolture, QLD is $935k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.6%.
How much is rent in Upper Caboolture?
The median weekly rent in Upper Caboolture is around $670 per week.
Is Upper Caboolture a good place to live?
Upper Caboolture is a rural locality in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. Upper Caboolture is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 5,087.
What is the population of Upper Caboolture?
Upper Caboolture has a population of 5,087 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
How long do homes take to sell in Upper Caboolture?
Properties in Upper Caboolture take around 31 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Upper Caboolture?
Entry-level properties in Upper Caboolture start around $777k, while premium homes reach $1.62m.
What suburbs are near Upper Caboolture?
Suburbs near Upper Caboolture include Bellmere, Estate Bellmere, Lilywood, Caboolture South and Caboolture.
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