Avenell Heights

QLD 4670 • Rest of QLD

5,028
Population (2021)
$29,432
Median Income
3.05 km²
Area
28m
Elevation
RegionalAffordable LivingFamily-FriendlyQuiet Residential

About Avenell Heights

Avenell Heights is a southern residential suburb of Bundaberg in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, with a population of 5,028 (2021 census). The suburb sits on flat land bounded by the North Coast railway line to the west, featuring leafy streets and spacious blocks typical of regional Queensland. It has a family-oriented demographic with a mix of retirees and working families, and housing remains affordable compared to capital cities.

Life in Avenell Heights moves at a comfortable pace, with backyard barbecues, kids playing cricket after school, and dogs walked along quiet footpaths. Residents are close to Bundaberg CBD shops, Hinkler Central shopping centre, and the Burnett River for recreation. The suburb attracts families seeking affordable housing with a genuine community feel, and retirees drawn to the warm climate and relaxed regional lifestyle.

Avenell Heights falls under postcode 4670 and is governed by Bundaberg Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bundaberg electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4670
Urban Area
Bundaberg - City
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.89°, 152.37°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
3.05 km²
Elevation
28m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bundaberg Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 3 — Bundaberg CBD via Sims Road 10 min
  • 1, 2 — Hinkler Central / Bundaberg Hospital 15 min

Commute to Bundaberg

Distance
2.5 km
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
5-8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Short commute to Bundaberg CBD; Brisbane is 385km south (4.5h drive or Spirit of Queensland train)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Flat terrain good for cycling; limited footpaths but most amenities a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,200
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,871
Census 2021
5,028
3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,844
Income 2021
$29,432
13.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,236
Born Overseas 466

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 115
  • 2. New Zealand 76
  • 3. Philippines 51
  • 4. Italy 23
  • 5. Netherlands 17
  • 6. Germany 16
  • 7. Thailand 13
  • 8. Scotland 12
  • 9. India 11
  • 10. South Africa 10
  • 11. South Korea 8
  • 12. Taiwan 8
  • 13. United States 7
  • 14. Vietnam 7
  • 15. Papua New Guinea 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,141
Australian 2,046
German 502
Irish 475
Scottish 441
Australian Aboriginal 319
Italian 140
Filipino 74
Dutch 62
New Zealander 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,740
Both parents born in Australia
581
Both parents born overseas
374
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.0%
No Religion
36.3%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
228 (4.5%)
5-14 years
578 (11.5%)
15-19 years
303 (6.0%)
20-24 years
257 (5.1%)
25-34 years
504 (10.0%)
35-44 years
498 (9.9%)
45-54 years
583 (11.6%)
55-64 years
674 (13.4%)
65-74 years
647 (12.9%)
75-84 years
522 (10.4%)
85+ years
241 (4.8%)

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