Highfields Suburb Profile | Property Market & Development Guide | ACRES

Q: What does ACRES do?

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a vertically integrated property platform that combines development site sales, project marketing, strategic acquisitions, residential sales, capital structuring, landowner advisory, property valuation, and in-house development. The business operates across South-East Queensland including Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.

Q: What areas does ACRES cover?

ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands. The business maintains suburb intelligence profiles for over 100 suburbs with detailed market data, median prices, growth trends, and planning overlays.

Q: How does ACRES sell development sites?

ACRES operates upstream of traditional agency. The acquisitions team identifies sites through door knocking, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential including zoning, density, planning constraints, and feasibility. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market outcomes.

Q: What is ACRES' commission structure?

ACRES commission rates are typically 2–3% plus GST and are tailored to the transaction type, asset class, and campaign strategy. Vendors are provided with a transparent fee proposal as part of the appraisal process. Contact ACRES for a tailored quote.

Q: Does ACRES offer free property valuations?

Yes. ACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across 100+ suburbs in South-East Queensland. The tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7+ lot subdivisions.

Q: Who are the directors of ACRES?

ACRES is led by five directors: Daniel McCormack (Managing Director — Strategy & Execution), Thomas Ferris (Director — Relationships, Pipeline & Development Execution, and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO & Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director — Strategic Partnerships & Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director — Brand, Marketing & Digital Growth).

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Suburb Profile4352

Highfields

Toowoomba Regional Council · 135km west of Brisbane

Median House

$850,000

Median Unit

$600,000

Population

14,000

Avg Land Size

800m²

From CBD

135km west of Brisbane

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Highfields

Annual Growth (Houses)

+10.7%

Annual Growth (Units)

+7.8%

Rental Yield (Houses)

4.6%

Rental Yield (Units)

5.4%

Avg. Days on Market

Vacancy Rate

1.0%

5-Year House Growth

+67%

5-Year Unit Growth

+58%

Market Demand

Moderate

5-Year Median Price Trend

Houses
Units

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

About Highfields

Highfields is Toowoomba's northern growth suburb, experiencing rapid expansion through new residential estates and a developing town centre. The suburb offers larger blocks, quality new housing, and a semi-rural atmosphere while maintaining proximity to Toowoomba's services. The Highfields Village shopping centre and new schools anchor the growing community.

Development Potential

High. Greenfield development continues with new estates. The emerging town centre supports mixed-use development. Larger existing blocks offer subdivision potential. Highfields is Toowoomba's primary growth area.

Key Zoning: Emerging Community, Low-Medium Density, Low Density Residential

Growth Drivers

Toowoomba's primary growth suburb
Greenfield pipeline
Family housing demand
New estate development
Town centre emergence

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Living in Highfields

Infrastructure

Highfields Village shopping
New schools and community facilities
New residential estates
Near New England Highway
Community sporting facilities

Transport

Bus routes to Toowoomba CBD
New England Highway
Close to Second Range Crossing
Car-dependent suburban layout
Future transport improvements

Lifestyle

Semi-rural spacious living
New estate amenity
Family-oriented community
Quality new housing
Close to Toowoomba services

Highfields Location

Highfields, 4352 · Toowoomba Regional Council

What's Nearby in Highfields

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Highfields and surrounds

Schools

Highfields State School
Highfields State Secondary College
Mary MacKillop Catholic School

Parks & Recreation

Highfields Pioneer Village Park
Kuhls Road Sporting Complex
Spring Bluff Railway Station

Shopping

Highfields Village Shopping Centre
Woolworths Highfields

Transport

Route 913 Bus

Highfields Articles

10 expert guides covering development, zoning, and market insights

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Is Your Highfields Property a Development Site? Signs to Look For

Highfields is attracting growing developer interest. Here's how to tell if your property has development potential.

What Developers Are Paying for Land in Highfields

Current pricing benchmarks for development sites in Highfields and the factors driving land values.

Highfields Zoning Guide: What You Can Build on Your Block

A plain-English breakdown of Highfields's zoning and what it means for your property's development value.

How Infrastructure Is Driving Highfields Property Values

Key infrastructure and amenity driving development demand and property values in Highfields.

Selling Your Highfields Home to a Developer: A Complete Guide

Step-by-step process for selling your Highfields property as a development site for maximum value.

Highfields Development Hotspots: Where Developers Want to Buy

The specific streets and pockets within Highfields attracting the strongest developer demand.

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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.