Gailes

POSTAL CODE: QLD, 4300
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GAILES, 4300 ranks 554th on the best performing suburbs in Australia in terms of capital gains, returning capital gains of 22.26% for property investors.

Based on its average 5-year and quarterly capital gains, the suburb saw average growth in the long term.

The suburb also delivered a weaker performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $758,000.

The upward trend in home prices in GAILES, 4300 averaged 21% per annum over a 3-year period.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $525 mark, reflecting a 3.6% increase in returns based on the current median price in GAILES.

An average of 2.67 real estate transactions take place per month in GAILES which translates to 32 per annum.

32 properties were sold in GAILES in 2016, making it the 415th most active market in QLD based on total real estate transactions.

GAILES, 4300 places 677th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Gailes is a residential suburb in the City of Ipswich, approximately 24 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD. It is bordered by Goodna to the west, Wacol to the north, and Camira to the south. The suburb is bounded to the north by the Ipswich Motorway and the Main Line railway, and to the west by Woogaroo Creek.

According to the 2021 Census, Gailes had a population of 1,831 people. The median age was 35 years, slightly younger than the national median. The suburb features a mix of owner-occupied and rental properties, with 52% of residents owning their homes and 45% renting.

Public transport options include the Gailes railway station, located just outside the suburb in Wacol, providing regular Queensland Rail City network services to Brisbane, Ipswich, and Rosewood.  Bus services, such as route 463, connect Gailes to neighbouring suburbs including Goodna and Forest Lake.

Essential services are accessible in nearby suburbs. The Gailes Shopping Centre, located on Old Logan Road, offers basic retail options, including a post office.  For education, Camira State School provides primary education, while secondary students attend schools in Bellbird Park and Springfield.

Recreational amenities in Gailes include several parks. Lowry Park features a playground, a basketball half-court, BBQ facilities, and picnic shelters.  Martin Coogan Park offers open spaces, playground equipment, and recreational pathways.  Additionally, the Gailes Golf Club provides a classic parkland course for golf enthusiasts.

Gailes Community House operates as a not-for-profit centre offering various programs and support services for residents of all ages, fostering community engagement and social inclusion.

Gailes combines residential living with accessible transport links and community facilities, contributing to its appeal as a suburban locality within the Ipswich region.

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