Mareeba Shire
Population
22,858
Mareeba Shire is a Local Government Area in Australia comprising 47 suburbs with a population of 22,858 residents. For property investors analysing Mareeba Shire capital growth potential, this council area ranks in the top 64% of Australian LGAs for investment opportunity based on our proprietary scoring algorithm.
Mareeba Shire property investment fundamentals show emerging signals, supported by positive population growth trends and healthy employment diversity across industries.
Growth Performance Prediction
Since 2015, the Picki High Performance Growth algorithm has been selecting the best places to invest across Australia. Over that time it has been responsible for selecting over 400 million dollars worth of properties for property investors and has generated 110% higher capital growth when compared to the average.
Overall Growth Potential
Outperforms 36% of all LGAs
Key Market Indicators
High New Home Construction
Supply Score
Poor New Projects Upcoming
Project Score
Low Opportunity
Opportunity Score
Investment Outlook
This area shows limited growth indicators. Careful evaluation of market conditions and individual factors is recommended before considering investment.
Em
Employment Diveristy
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing - 18.00%
Health Care and Social Assistance - 11.00%
Public Administration and Safety - 10.00%
Retail Trade - 9.00%
Others - 52.00%
Commute Time
155mins
76kms
Common Transport Methods
Income Growth
Average Income
47 Suburbs in Mareeba Shire
Ordered by Best Projected Short Term Growth (Green = Buying window)
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Mareeba Shire Property Investment FAQs
Is Mareeba Shire a good area for property investment in 2026?▼
Mareeba Shire ranks in the top 64% of all Australian Local Government Areas for property investment potential. While Mareeba Shire currently shows emerging investment signals, there may be specific suburbs within the LGA that outperform the broader area. We recommend analysing individual suburb scores to identify potential opportunities for property growth.
What is the median house price in Mareeba Shire?▼
Median price data for Mareeba Shire is currently being updated. The LGA contains 47 suburbs, each with varying property values and investment characteristics.
What are the best suburbs to invest in Mareeba Shire?▼
Mareeba Shire contains 47 suburbs, each with unique investment characteristics and suburb scores. The best suburbs for investment within Mareeba Shire depend on your investment strategy - whether you're seeking capital growth, rental yield, or a balanced approach. Use our suburb analysis tools to compare all 47 suburbs in Mareeba Shire ranked by our proprietary suburb score, which factors in price growth trends, rental yields, vacancy rates, and demographic indicators.
What is the capital growth outlook for Mareeba Shire?▼
Mareeba Shire's capital growth outlook is variable based on current market indicators. Capital growth in Mareeba Shire may be uneven across different suburbs. We recommend targeting specific suburbs with strong individual metrics rather than relying on LGA-wide trends.
What is the population of Mareeba Shire?▼
Mareeba Shire has a population of approximately 22,858 residents across its 47 suburbs. Population growth is a key indicator for property investment as it drives housing demand. Monitor population trends in Mareeba Shire as part of your investment research to understand future housing demand.
How many suburbs are in Mareeba Shire council area?▼
Mareeba Shire Local Government Area contains 47 suburbs. Each suburb has its own property market dynamics, median prices, and investment potential. When investing in Mareeba Shire, it's important to analyse individual suburbs rather than relying solely on LGA-level data. Our platform provides detailed suburb scores and analytics for all 47 suburbs to help you identify the best investment opportunities within Mareeba Shire.
