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All About Drayton, Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

Drayton, situated in Toowoomba, Queensland, is a suburb known for its historical significance and evolving housing market. Over recent years, Drayton has witnessed a steady demand in real estate, primarily fueled by its appealing blend of suburban tranquility and accessibility to urban amenities. The housing market here mainly comprises traditional Queenslanders, contemporary homes, and a selection of new developments, offering potential homeowners and investors diverse options. With competitive pricing relative to other parts of Toowoomba, Drayton attracts families, retirees, and young professionals seeking a community-oriented lifestyle within a commutable distance to the city center. The suburb's housing market has benefited from Toowoomba's overall economic growth, supported by infrastructure developments like the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport and the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing, making it an increasingly attractive live and invest.

Living in Drayton provides residents with a harmonious blend of town and country lifestyles. The suburb is home to essential amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping centers, enhancing daily convenience for its inhabitants. Moreover, the picturesque surroundings and parks, such as the Drayton and Toowoomba cemeteries with their historical gravestones, add cultural depth and recreational value to the area. The community here is characterized by a friendly, tight-knit atmosphere, where neighborhood events and local initiatives foster a sense of belonging among residents. Additionally, Drayton's proximity to the University of Southern Queensland is a significant draw for students and staff, contributing to the suburb's vibrant and diverse demographic. Overall, Drayton offers a comfortable, inviting environment that harmonizes rural charm with the benefits of urban living, making it a desirable place to call home in the Toowoomba region.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $316.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1356.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.77
Average Household Size 2.33
Average Age 41.00
Average Income $702.67
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.56
Average Properties Within 50M 8
Typical 1 bed house$539,000
Typical 2 bed house$359,000
Typical 3 bed house$139,994,000
Typical 4 bed house$667,000
Typical 5 bed house$508,933,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$565,000

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Drayton Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Drayton? Now could not be a better time, with 1728 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $19,951,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $210,000 to $7,111,080,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 116 Km.

In Drayton there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Drayton is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Drayton changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. Medium density in Drayton necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Houses for sale Drayton

McGrath 577-587 Anzac Avenue, Drayton, QLD, 4350 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 Offers Above $1,599,000
Ray White 44 Ladner Street, Drayton, QLD, 4350 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 3 650000
Properties for sale in Drayton

Local Schools

Drayton State School

Darling Heights State School

Darling Downs Christian School

Harristown State School

Harristown State High School

Concordia Lutheran College

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Drayton there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

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Drayton weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.617.527.848.191.06.625.6
Feb3.117.828.347.294.86.422.7
Mar3.917.026.352.496.36.019.0
Apr0.713.823.647.994.25.317.4
May1.49.819.549.792.54.814.1
Jun1.47.717.252.393.34.712.1
Jul0.96.216.745.188.94.713.4
Aug0.77.919.436.886.34.916.2
Sept0.610.122.432.287.85.420.1
Oct1.812.825.036.0915.824.3
Nov1.615.427.835.591.46.027.4
Dec2.817.028.641.192.96.026.5

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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