Blacks Beach
QLD 4740 • Rest of QLD
About Blacks Beach
Blacks Beach is a coastal residential suburb situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Mackay's city centre, within the Mackay Regional Council area on Queensland's Central Coast. At just 8 metres above sea level and fronting the Coral Sea, it occupies a beachside position covering around 6 square kilometres of low-density residential land. With a population of 4,153 and a young median age of 31, the suburb attracts young families and working-age residents connected to Mackay's economy — driven by coal mining, sugar cane farming, and the Port of Mackay.
Blacks Beach offers direct beach access, with the suburb's namesake beach popular for swimming, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The Northern Beaches corridor provides everyday shopping and services, while Mackay city centre is a short drive south for schools, hospitals, and major retail. The suburb has a notable Indigenous community and a multicultural population, with South African and New Zealand migrants well represented. Predominantly low-density housing, a relaxed coastal atmosphere, and affordable entry prices make Blacks Beach an attractive option for families and those working in the broader Mackay region.
Blacks Beach falls under postcode 4740 and is governed by Mackay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Mackay Transit Coaches Route 6/7 — Mackay City Centre 20-30 min
Commute to Mackay CBD
🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Mackay Airport is approximately 12 km south
A spread-out coastal suburb with limited retail — car required for most daily errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Grasstree Beach Road
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20 Nadarmi Drive
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1 Main Street
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2-12 Celeber Drive
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Nadina Street
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Cnr Holts Road and Carl Murray Drive
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63 Mansfield Drive
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13 Chelona School Access Road
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Hill End Road
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Norris Road
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1312 Bruce Highway
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Eimeo Road
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1181 Homebush Road
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Alfred Street
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Baxter Drive
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Baxter Drive
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17 Ambrose Way
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9 Quarry Street
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42 Juliet Street
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Bridge Road
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Fernleigh Avenue
Housing 2021 Census
13 state housing + 6 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. South Africa 145
- 2. New Zealand 131
- 3. England 111
- 4. Zimbabwe 32
- 5. Philippines 30
- 6. Germany 11
- 7. Papua New Guinea 10
- 8. Scotland 10
- 9. China 9
- 10. India 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)