Question 1

Is Taroomball a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Taroomball is a semi-rural locality in the Rockhampton Region offering a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast. Low-density blocks and hobby farms among native bush and rolling land give room for gardens, animals and outdoor pursuits. Few commercial services are in the locality, so residents rely on nearby centres for shops, schools and health services. The community of 1,136 has a median age of 35 and is weighted towards families; about four in five dwellings are owner-occupied.

Council is progressing transport and servicing plans for the northern growth corridor and has begun a trunk sewer upgrade. The road works would unlock around 1,200 residential lots and provide a flood-resilient alternative route to relieve pressure on existing roads. That combination of rural living, a strong family presence and infrastructure investment suits people who want a rural outlook while staying close to employment and amenities in Rockhampton and coastal towns.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Taroomball?

Accepted Answer

House rents in Taroomball run to about $785 a week. Against a typical local household income of $2,466 a week at the last Census, that rent would take about 31.9% of income, which is a sizeable share. If you're renting rather than buying, that rent share is the figure that matters when judging how expensive the suburb feels to you.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Taroomball a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House owners in Taroomball saw a strong rise in capital value over the past 12 months, with median house values up 10.8%. Over the same year, house rents increased a solid 7.5%, so for houses the price side outpaced rental income and capital growth did the heavier lifting this period. Which of those matters more to you will depend on your investment goals and personal circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	10.8%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	2	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	15	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$785	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	7.5%	N/A

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