Cooloola Cove
QLD 4580 • Rest of QLD
About Cooloola Cove
Cooloola Cove is a coastal locality in the Gympie Region, located 228 km north of Brisbane and 52 km northeast of Gympie in the Wide Bay-Burnett region. With a population of around 2,900 and a median age of 60+, it is popular with retirees and sea-changers seeking an affordable coastal lifestyle. Owner-occupancy is high at 77%, with predominantly detached houses and a family/single household mix.
The suburb offers a relaxed, low-key coastal atmosphere near Tin Can Bay and the Great Sandy Strait. Residents enjoy access to local parks including Centenary Of Federation Park with BBQ facilities. The Veterans & Community Hall serves as a social hub and houses a memorial wall for Vietnam War veterans. Nearby Tin Can Bay provides schools, shops, and the famous wild dolphin feeding experience. For extensive shopping and services, Gympie is a 30-minute drive.
Cooloola Cove falls under postcode 4580 and is governed by Gympie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gympie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Cooloola Connect — Gympie 50-60 min
Commute to Gympie
🛣️ Regional area with limited public transport; car essential; Brisbane is 2.5 hours by car
Limited local amenities; Tin Can Bay nearby for essentials; car required for most activities
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Nautilus And Queen Elizabeth Drives Cooloola Cove 4580 QLD
Schools
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Schnapper Creek Road
Housing 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. England 179
- 2. New Zealand 95
- 3. Philippines 26
- 4. Germany 20
- 5. South Africa 20
- 6. Netherlands 19
- 7. Scotland 15
- 8. Ireland 11
- 9. Italy 8
- 10. United States 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)