Dinmore
Nearly 60% of Dinmore's 1,109 residents rent rather than own, making it one of the more renter-dominated suburbs in the Ipswich corridor compared to typical suburban Queensland. The estimated median house price of $354,000 sits well below the national median, reflecting an affordable, working-class character where household income falls in the 30th percentile nationally. The suburb covers just 1.27 km2 and is densely occupied at 875 people per km2. With 26.8% of residents born overseas, 5.2 percentage points above the national figure, Dinmore draws from a diverse migrant base, while the median age of 35 runs 5 years below the national average, indicating a notably younger population profile.
Population
1,109
Median Age
35.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,292/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$354K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The estimated median house price of $354,000 places Dinmore well below state and national medians, making entry costs genuinely accessible for first-home buyers. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,109, and the mortgage-to-income ratio is 19.8%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold, meaning buyers who do hold mortgages are not overstretched relative to income. Separate houses account for 67.7% of dwellings, with semi-detached homes at 24.4% and apartments at only 7.8%. Three-bedroom dwellings dominate at 74.9% of stock, limiting choice for buyers seeking larger 4-plus bedroom homes, which represent only 10.8% of the market. With 59.6% of residents currently renting, the owner-occupied share of 40.4% is below the national average, suggesting homeownership remains a step up for many current residents.
For Buyers
The estimated median house price of $354,000 places Dinmore well below state and national medians, making entry costs genuinely accessible for first-home buyers. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,109, and the mortgage-to-income ratio is 19.8%, comfortably below the 30% stress threshold, meaning buyers who do hold mortgages are not overstretched relative to income. Separate houses account for 67.7% of dwellings, with semi-detached homes at 24.4% and apartments at only 7.8%. Three-bedroom dwellings dominate at 74.9% of stock, limiting choice for buyers seeking larger 4-plus bedroom homes, which represent only 10.8% of the market. With 59.6% of residents currently renting, the owner-occupied share of 40.4% is below the national average, suggesting homeownership remains a step up for many current residents.
For Investors
At 59.6% renters, Dinmore carries one of the higher renter shares compared to the state average, providing a broad and consistent tenant pool for investors. Weekly rent sits at $305, generating modest but steady income against a $354,000 median, implying a gross yield near 4.5%, more attractive than many inner-city markets. The vacancy rate of 7.3% is elevated and warrants attention, as it is higher than the typical 3-4% benchmark nationally and may indicate some softness in tenant demand. No development applications were recorded in the past 12 months, so new supply is not a near-term pressure. The unemployment rate of 11.2% and a labour force participation rate of 51.8% suggest a portion of the tenant base relies on government support, which can affect rental continuity.
Demographics
The median age of 35 is 5 years below the national figure, confirming a young population base relative to the broader Australian average. University qualification rates sit at 19.7%, which is 10.4 percentage points below the national figure, reflecting the suburb's blue-collar and service-sector employment profile. Overseas-born residents account for 26.8% of the population, 5.2 points above the national average. English ancestry dominates at 437 residents, with Scottish (104) and German (75) also significant. Average household size is 2.2, slightly below the national average of 2.5, consistent with a mix of smaller family units and single-person rentals. About 9.5% of residents need daily assistance, reflecting a layer of vulnerability that matches the suburb's lower-income profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
67.7%
Houses
24.4%
Townhouse
7.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure is skewed heavily toward renters at 59.6%, compared to national owner-occupier majorities, with only 15.0% owning outright and 25.4% on a mortgage. This renter dominance signals that Dinmore functions more as a rental market than an owner-occupier one. Three-bedroom homes are overwhelmingly the dominant dwelling type at 74.9%, while 2-bedroom properties make up 13.4% and 4-plus bedroom homes 10.8%. Separate houses account for 67.7% of stock, higher than many urban infill suburbs. The estimated median house price of $354,000 is based on 2025 rent data, as direct sales data is limited. Rent-to-income at 23.6% keeps renters below the 30% stress level, meaning affordability pressure is moderate rather than severe compared to higher-cost markets.
Mortgage / mo
$1,109
Rent / wk
$305
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$640
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.3%
Unoccupied
35
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.8%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
31.7%
Couples, no children
773
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the largest industry at 20.7% of employed residents (60 workers), reflecting access to the Ipswich regional health services precinct. Manufacturing employs 11.4% and construction 10.0%, together forming a significant trade and industrial base. Labourers are the top occupation group at 85 workers, followed by Community and Personal Service at 73, and Machinery and Drivers at 66, confirming the suburb's trade and manual labour orientation. The unemployment rate of 11.2% is notably above the national average, and the participation rate of 51.8% is below average, with 317 residents not in the labour force. Full-time employment among those who do work runs at 62.9%, close to national norms. Income levels place Dinmore in the bottom 30th percentile nationally, which directly suppresses purchasing power and shapes the rental-dominated tenure pattern.
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.9%
Part-time
25.9%
Participation
51.8%
Employed
429
Occupations
Top Industries
University
19.7%
Postgraduate
3.3%
Born Overseas
26.8%
Dwellings
446
Transport to Work
Car dependence is high, with 81.9% of residents driving to work, well above the national average, and only 9.5% using public transport. Walking and cycling account for just 0.8%, reflecting limited active transport infrastructure. No schools are recorded within the Dinmore suburb boundary, so families depend on schools in neighbouring Ipswich suburbs. Crime statistics are not available for Dinmore in this dataset, limiting direct safety comparison. The suburb covers a compact 1.27 km2, placing it close to Ipswich CBD services. Volunteering participation sits at 9.0%, below national averages, and 9.5% of residents need daily assistance, suggesting a community with meaningful support needs. The rent-to-income ratio of 23.6% keeps renters below the stress threshold, which is a genuine livability advantage compared to higher-cost markets nationally.
Drive
81.9%
Public Transport
9.5%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
N/A
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Dinmore compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dinmore a good suburb to live in?
Dinmore offers genuinely affordable housing at an estimated $354,000 median house price, with rent-to-income at 23.6% keeping costs manageable. However, the unemployment rate of 11.2% is above average, household income sits in the 30th percentile nationally, and no schools are recorded within the suburb boundary. It suits buyers and renters prioritising affordability over amenity.
What is the median house price in Dinmore?
The estimated median house price in Dinmore is $354,000, based on 2025 rental data. Weekly rent averages $305 and monthly mortgage repayments run around $1,109. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 19.8% is well below the 30% stress benchmark, making ownership relatively affordable compared to most Australian markets.
What schools are in Dinmore?
No schools are recorded within the Dinmore suburb boundary in this dataset. With a population of 1,109 across just 1.27 km2, families rely on schools in neighbouring Ipswich suburbs. University qualifications among residents sit at 19.7%, which is 10.4 percentage points below the national figure.
Is Dinmore safe?
Specific crime statistics are not available for Dinmore in this dataset. As contextual indicators, household income sits in the 30th percentile nationally and unemployment is 11.2%, both above average risk factors. The suburb's 9.5% of residents needing daily assistance also points to a community with higher welfare needs than the national average.
Is Dinmore good for property investment?
With 59.6% of residents renting and an estimated gross yield near 4.5% (based on $305 weekly rent against a $354,000 median), Dinmore offers rental income potential above many capital city markets. The 7.3% vacancy rate is above the national benchmark of 3-4%, however, and should be tracked closely. No new development activity in 12 months means supply pressure is minimal.
How is Dinmore's population changing?
Dinmore has a population of 1,109 across 1.27 km2. Forward forecasts are not available in this dataset. Mobility data shows 31.1% of residents moved in the five years to Census, with 68.9% remaining in place. The 26.8% overseas-born share, 5.2 points above the national average, indicates migration is a meaningful contributor to population sustainability.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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