Suburb Intelligence Report
Narangba 4504
Northern growth corridor — 39.3km from Brisbane CBD · City of Moreton Bay · Rural origins; rapid residential growth from 1990s; named from Aboriginal word meaning 'small place'
At a glance
Narangba stretches 43 square kilometres across the northern corridor, giving it room to breathe ? and room to grow. Thirty-nine kilometres from Brisbane but with its own train station and a median house price of $850,000, it's one of the more affordable railway suburbs in the corridor. The name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning 'small place', which is ironic given it's got three state schools plus a high school, and enough sporting facilities to keep the whole family busy. Growth is steady rather than explosive, with greenfield development still happening on the western edges.
Crime is 42% lower than QLD average (break-ins vs QLD) and violent crime is 30% lower than QLD average. Population of 20,910 (2021), growing +12.6% since 2016 (from 18,573).
Infrastructure Map
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People & Demographics
Narangba has a median age of 32 and 82% family households. Population +12.6% since 2016 (from 18,573). Projected: Projected ~25,000–30,000 by 2036 (continued greenfield development in western areas).
Education
NAPLAN context below. For detailed school-level NAPLAN scores and trend data, visit MySchool (myschool.edu.au).
These top-rated schools are a short drive from Narangba.
Walkability & Amenities
- 25 parks including Narangba Sports Reserve, Narangba Sporting Complex, Duncombe Park, Gekko Gully Park
- 1 per 836 residents across playgrounds, sports fields, bushland reserves
- Narangba Village Shopping Centre — Woolworths, specialty stores
- Narangba Valley Shopping Centre
- North Lakes Westfield — 10 min drive
Transport
1 train station: Narangba. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak (train).
- ~45 min by train / ~35 min by car
- ~35 min via Bruce Highway
- Bus routes: 663, 668
- North Lakes, Caboolture, local loop
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Rental Market
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Safety & Crime Intelligence
Crime score: 18/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.
Break-ins −5.0% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −15% (2020–24) · Violent −4.5% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime victimisation: 1 in 195 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)
Flood & Environmental Risk
Low-moderate — some overland flow near Burpengary Creek and tributaries. Moderate — bushfire risk near vegetated western areas. Always verify your specific property:
- Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer for specific property risk
- Council flood planning overlay applies near creek corridors
- Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot
Development & Infrastructure Pipeline
Narangba has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.
- Narangba railway station — on Caboolture line with express services
- Bruce Highway — direct access to Brisbane and Sunshine Coast
- Multiple primary schools and state high school within suburb
Investor Summary
Recent Sales
Updated: May 2026 · Public property records + market estimates- Investor profile: Growth corridor suburb with railway station and good affordability for families
- Demand indicator: Low vacancy, strong buyer demand for family homes
- Gentrification risk: Low — growing suburb with steady housing development
- Subdivision potential: High — significant greenfield land in western portions still being developed
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