๐Ÿ“ฎ Yorkeys Knob postcode: 4878

Yorkeys Knob Median Property Value & Market Data (QLD)

Yorkeys Knob, Queenslandยท Cairnsยท 4878
Yorkeys Knob has a median property value in line with Queensland averagesUpdated 10 Mar 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Yorkeys Knob has a median property value in line with Queensland averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$650kโ€“$900k
Suburb
Yorkeys Knob, QLD
Key Price Driver
Housing stock age and land size
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
4878
Highest high-risk exposure
14% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob, 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 Yorkeys Knob, 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.

Yorkeys Knob (postcode 4878) 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 bushfire (14% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (12.4% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (10.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Yorkeys Knob 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

Upgrade Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Improve stormwater drainage systems to reduce the risk of flash flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Protect Coastal Ecosystems

Near-term

Restore and protect mangrove forests and dunes to provide natural buffers against coastal erosion and storm surges.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Immediate

Implement a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Raise Awareness of Climate Risks

Long-term

Educate residents about the risks of climate change and provide guidance on how to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen Building Codes

Near-term

Update building codes to ensure that new construction is resilient to flooding, coastal inundation, and extreme heat.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Cairns Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 10 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Yorkeys Knob?

The median property value for Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob compare to Queensland averages?

Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob.

What factors affect property values in Yorkeys Knob?

Property values in Yorkeys Knob 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 Yorkeys Knob?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Yorkeys Knob. 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 Yorkeys Knob is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14% of Yorkeys Knob in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 58.7% 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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