Bilinga
QLD 4225 • Rest of QLD
About Bilinga
Bilinga is a quiet beachside suburb on the southern Gold Coast in Queensland, located approximately 99 km south-east of Brisbane and just 2.8 km from Coolangatta. With a population of around 1,883 across 2.6 square kilometres, it is a low-density coastal area with an older demographic, the average age being 60+. Roughly 49% of dwellings are owner-occupied, reflecting a mix of permanent residents and holiday investment properties.
Bilinga is best known for its pristine stretch of beach and the Gold Coast Airport, which sits within its boundaries. The suburb offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with direct beach access, surf clubs, and proximity to Coolangatta's cafés and restaurants. It is home to Southern Cross University's Gold Coast campus, adding a youthful element to the otherwise retiree-friendly area. Residents enjoy uncrowded beaches and a relaxed pace compared to the busier northern Gold Coast suburbs.
Bilinga falls under postcode 4225 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Currumbin electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 700 — Broadbeach via Gold Coast Highway 50 min
- 760, 768 — Tweed Heads / Coolangatta 10 min
Commute to Surfers Paradise
🛣️ Light rail extension to airport planned; currently bus-dependent for Gold Coast commute
Beach and local shops accessible on foot; car needed for most errands beyond the immediate area
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Stapylton Street
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Level 1, 8-9/91 Griffith Street
Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 75
- 2. England 57
- 3. United States 25
- 4. Brazil 17
- 5. India 14
- 6. Canada 11
- 7. Italy 11
- 8. Scotland 10
- 9. South Africa 9
- 10. Nepal 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)