Darling Heights vs East Toowoomba

Side-by-side property comparison in Toowoomba Regional. Median prices, growth, yields, and lifestyle.

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Darling Heights

4350 | 128km west of Brisbane

Median House

$670,000

Median Unit

$490,000

Growth (pa)

+10.7%

Rental Yield

4.6%

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East Toowoomba

4350 | 126km west of Brisbane

Median House

$780,000

Median Unit

$560,000

Growth (pa)

+8.9%

Rental Yield

4.3%

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Median Price Comparison

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Detailed Comparison

Metric
Darling Heights
East Toowoomba
Median House
$670,000
$780,000
Median Unit
$490,000
$560,000
Annual Growth (House)
+10.7% *
+8.9%
5yr Growth (House)
+68%
+66%
Rental Yield (House)
4.6%
4.3%
Rental Yield (Unit)
5.4%
5.1%
Days on Market
28
37
Vacancy Rate
1.0%
1.1%
Demand
Moderate
Moderate
Population
8,500
6,500
Avg Land Size
700m²
700m²
Distance from CBD
128km west of Brisbane
126km west of Brisbane
Zoning
Low-Medium Density, Low Density Residential, Medium Density Residential
Character Residential, Low Density Residential, Heritage Overlay

Darling Heights vs East Toowoomba: Analysis

Price: Darling Heights has a median house price of $670,000 which is $110,000 lower than East Toowoomba at $780,000. For buyers seeking more affordable entry, East Toowoomba offers better value.

Growth: Darling Heights is showing annual house price growth of +10.7% while East Toowoomba shows +8.9%. Darling Heights currently has stronger growth momentum.

Development: Darling Heights's development outlook is described as "Moderate." Meanwhile, East Toowoomba offers "Low to moderate."

Lifestyle: Darling Heights is located 128km west of Brisbane of the CBD with key amenities including affordable living near university, escarpment views (select properties). East Toowoomba sits 126km west of Brisbane of the CBD and offers heritage garden suburb, queens park proximity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darling Heights more expensive than East Toowoomba?

No, East Toowoomba has a higher median house price of $780,000 compared to Darling Heights at $670,000.

Which suburb has better growth — Darling Heights or East Toowoomba?

Darling Heights shows annual house price growth of +10.7% while East Toowoomba shows +8.9%. Darling Heights currently has stronger growth momentum.

Which is better for investment — Darling Heights or East Toowoomba?

Darling Heights offers a rental yield of 4.6% (houses) and 5.4% (units). East Toowoomba offers 4.3% and 5.1% respectively. Consider both yield and capital growth when making investment decisions.

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Data: CoreLogic, PropTrack, realestate.com.au. Last updated April 2026.