Aroona

QLD 4551 • Rest of QLD

3,466
Population (2021)
$40,300
Median Income
1.89 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyCoastalSunshine CoastResidentialAffordable

About Aroona

Aroona is a residential suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, located approximately 90 km north of Brisbane. With a population of around 3,500, it sits between the larger centres of Caloundra and Kawana Waters. The suburb is characterised by its quiet, family-oriented streets and leafy residential feel, with a mix of established homes and newer developments.

Residents enjoy easy access to the Sunshine Coast's stunning beaches, with Kings Beach and Dicky Beach just a short drive away. The suburb has local parks, sporting facilities, and is close to Caloundra's shopping precinct for daily amenities. Aroona appeals to families and retirees seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle without the premium price tag of beachfront suburbs.

Aroona falls under postcode 4551 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kawana electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4551
Urban Area
Caloundra
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.78°, 153.12°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.89 km²
Elevation
28m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 600 — Caloundra to Maroochydore 15 min to Caloundra
  • 612 — Caloundra to Kawana 10 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
N/A (no direct rail)
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75 min

🛣️ Sunshine Coast Line stations at Landsborough (20 min drive) or Beerwah provide rail connection to Brisbane.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though local parks and some shops are accessible on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

24 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,287
Census 2021
3,466
5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,864
Income 2021
$40,300
22.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,757
Born Overseas 600

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 178
  • 2. New Zealand 146
  • 3. South Africa 27
  • 4. Germany 25
  • 5. Netherlands 18
  • 6. Zimbabwe 17
  • 7. Scotland 16
  • 8. Canada 14
  • 9. United States 13
  • 10. Philippines 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,669
Australian 1,316
Irish 487
Scottish 451
German 249
Australian Aboriginal 90
Italian 81
Dutch 74
New Zealander 58
Maori 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,148
Both parents born in Australia
698
Both parents born overseas
501
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.7%
No Religion
45.9%
Buddhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
168 (4.8%)
5-14 years
469 (13.5%)
15-19 years
212 (6.1%)
20-24 years
164 (4.7%)
25-34 years
328 (9.5%)
35-44 years
465 (13.4%)
45-54 years
443 (12.8%)
55-64 years
526 (15.2%)
65-74 years
433 (12.5%)
75-84 years
204 (5.9%)
85+ years
61 (1.8%)

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