Suburb Profile4508

Deception Bay

Moreton Bay Regional Council · 35km north of Brisbane CBD

Median House
$790,000
Median Unit
$560,000
Population
24,188
Avg Land Size
650m²
From CBD
35km north
Proprietary ACRES Data

Deception Bay Development Intelligence

ACRES Developer Demand Score
6/ 100
Emerging
Development Sites
0
0 properties tracked
Active Enquiries
1
0 owners in network
Recorded Offers
0
Amalgamation Sites
0
Median Land Size
—
Market Momentum
Rising

ACRES is expanding its development-site coverage across Deception Bay and the surrounding precinct. Buyer demand is currently emerging — we're holding 1 active buyer enquiry and 0 recorded offers across our network here.

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Deception Bay

Annual Growth (Houses)
+17.5%
Annual Growth (Units)
+13.6%
Rental Yield (Houses)
4.3%
Rental Yield (Units)
5.3%
Avg. Days on Market
31
Vacancy Rate
1.1%
5-Year House Growth
+82%
5-Year Unit Growth
+72%
Market Demand
High

5-Year Median Price Trend

  • Houses
  • Units
202120222023202420252026$0$0200K$0400K$1600K$1800K

Sources: CoreLogic, PropTrack, realestate.com.au. Prices reflect rolling 12-month median. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

About Deception Bay

Deception Bay is a waterfront Moreton Bay suburb offering affordable bayside living with views to Moreton Island. The suburb has experienced significant population growth driven by its combination of coastal lifestyle and SEQ affordability. The foreshore parklands, boat ramps, and fishing access provide genuine seaside amenity at entry-level prices.

Development Potential

Moderate. Waterfront sites and properties near the retail centre offer development potential. Large blocks throughout the suburb support townhouse and duplex development. The suburb's population growth creates sustained demand for new housing.

Key Zoning: Low-Medium Density, Low Density Residential, Neighbourhood Centre

Growth Drivers

  • Bayside lifestyle at affordable prices
  • Population growth corridor
  • Proximity to North Lakes employment
  • Moreton Bay amenity
  • First home buyer demand

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Living in Deception Bay

Infrastructure

  • Deception Bay Marketplace
  • Foreshore parklands and boat ramps
  • Deception Bay State School
  • Community facilities
  • Near North Lakes Westfield

Transport

  • Bus routes to North Lakes and Brisbane
  • Bruce Highway access
  • Near Rothwell train station
  • Coastal cycling paths
  • Boat access to Moreton Bay

Lifestyle

  • Bayside living and fishing
  • Foreshore walks and parklands
  • Moreton Bay views
  • Affordable coastal lifestyle
  • Community events

Deception Bay Location

Deception Bay, 4508 · Moreton Bay Regional Council

What's Nearby in Deception Bay

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Deception Bay and surrounds

Schools

  • Deception Bay State School
  • Deception Bay State High School
  • Grace Lutheran College

Parks & Recreation

  • Deception Bay Foreshore Reserve
  • Ted Smout Bridge Parklands
  • Hays Inlet Wetlands

Shopping

  • Deception Bay Marketplace
  • Woolworths Deception Bay

Transport

  • Rothwell Station
  • Route 681 Bus

Own Property in Deception Bay?

Properties in Deception Bay with development potential are selling for 30–100% above standard residential value. Find out if yours qualifies — no cost, no obligation.

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52 property owners in Deception Bay requested assessments this month

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Median price data sourced from realestate.com.au (April 2025 – March 2026). Figures are indicative and based on recorded sales. Consult a licensed valuer for property-specific advice.