๐Ÿ“ฎ Thursday Island postcode: 4875

Thursday Island Median Property Value & Market Data (QLD)

Thursday Island, Queenslandยท Torres Strait Island Regionalยท 4875
Thursday Island has a median property value in line with Queensland averagesUpdated 31 Mar 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Thursday Island has a median property value in line with Queensland averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$650kโ€“$900k
Suburb
Thursday Island, QLD
Key Price Driver
Housing stock age and land size
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
4875
Highest high-risk exposure
20.4% of land (riverine flood)

Median Property Value Analysis

Thursday Island in Queensland sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across Queensland. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Thursday Island are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across Queensland.

For buyers considering Thursday Island, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Thursday Island, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Thursday Island (postcode 4875) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are riverine flood (20.4% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (14.5% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (10.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Thursday Island โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Coastal Protection Measures

Immediate

Implement coastal protection measures such as seawalls, revetments, and beach nourishment to reduce erosion and inundation.

Est. cost: High

Improved Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure to manage increased rainfall and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Management Plan

Immediate

Develop and implement a heatwave management plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Community Awareness Programs

Long-term

Conduct community awareness programs to educate residents about climate change risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Torres Strait Island Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Thursday Island?

The median property value for Thursday Island in Queensland provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in Queensland vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Thursday Island compare to Queensland averages?

Thursday Island sits within the Queensland property market. Statewide median prices in Queensland range from $650k to $900k depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Thursday Island.

What factors affect property values in Thursday Island?

Property values in Thursday Island are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Thursday Island?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Thursday Island. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Thursday Island is exposed to high riverine flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 20.4% of Thursday Island in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 70.6% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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