Broadbeach Waters
QLD 4218 • Rest of QLD
About Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is a prestigious canal-front suburb situated within the City of Gold Coast, immediately west of the Broadbeach and Pacific Fair precinct. With a population of 8,164 and a median age of 43, the suburb attracts established professionals, families, and retirees who value its waterfront lifestyle and premium location. Median household income of $2,072 per week and median rents of $600 per week reflect its standing as one of the Gold Coast's more affluent residential addresses.
The suburb's defining feature is its network of navigable canals, with many homes boasting private jetties and direct waterway access to the Broadwater. Residents are moments from the vibrant dining and shopping strip of Broadbeach, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, and The Star Gold Coast entertainment complex. The Gold Coast Light Rail (G:link) provides easy connections along the coast, while the beach itself is just minutes away, making Broadbeach Waters a sought-after address for those seeking the quintessential Gold Coast lifestyle.
Broadbeach Waters falls under postcode 4218 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Surfers Paradise electorate.
Location
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Schools
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Alexandra Avenue
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Dunlop Court
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18-36 Oceanic Drive
Housing 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 513
- 2. England 403
- 3. China 142
- 4. Brazil 107
- 5. South Africa 94
- 6. United States 57
- 7. Japan 54
- 8. Philippines 50
- 9. Vietnam 47
- 10. Germany 43
Ancestry 2021 Census
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