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All About Banks Pocket, Gympie, QLD, 4570

Banks Pocket, a serene locality in Gympie, QLD, offers a distinctive charm with its lush landscapes and peaceful environment. The housing market here is reflective of its tranquil setting, often featuring properties that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Comprising primarily of traditional homes on generous plots, the market tends to attract buyers seeking a retreat from bustling urban centers while still benefiting from modern conveniences. Prices in Banks Pocket are generally more affordable compared to larger cities, making it an attractive proposition for families and retirees looking to enjoy a slower pace of life. Recent trends suggest a steady interest in the area, driven by both local buyers and those relocating from more populous regions of Queensland.

Living in Banks Pocket presents residents with a lifestyle that balances rural tranquility with accessibility to essential amenities. The community is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, fostering a sense of belonging among neighbors. With its proximity to Gympie, residents have easy access to shopping centers, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, the area's natural beauty encourages outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and picnics in nearby parks. This harmony of peaceful living, community spirit, and accessibility to modern facilities makes Banks Pocket an appealing place to call home for those looking to enjoy the scenic beauty of Queensland.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $355.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1560.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 3.00
Average Age 43.00
Average Income $600.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 2.45
Average Properties Within 50M 2
Typical 3 bed house$478,000
Typical 4 bed house$709,000
Typical 5 bed house$791,000

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Banks Pocket Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Banks Pocket? Now could not be a better time, with just 98 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $695,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $249,000 to $1,079,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 38 Km.

In Banks Pocket 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 Banks Pocket 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. Low average earnings from people in Banks Pocket leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Medium density in Banks Pocket 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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Local Schools

Victory College

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

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Banks Pocket weather - Average Local Climate by month

(mm)
RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
Max (°C)
TEMP
Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
HUMIDITY
(m/sec)
WIND
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Jan6.519.831.247.292.12.023.5
Feb5.720.030.552.193.4221.2
Mar5.918.729.253.695.21.818.8
Apr2.815.326.951.695.71.417.1
May2.611.123.951.797.31.114.5
Jun1.08.422.350.396.71.113.2
Jul17.322.145.296.91.013.7
Aug0.97.724.437.296.81.316.5
Sept0.810.626.834.595.81.620.5
Oct3.114.127.841.795.31.722.7
Nov1.816.430.241.095.71.824.9
Dec5.319.131.644.593.61.925.7

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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