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Craiglie

QLD 4877 • Rest of QLD

1,062
Population (2021)
$42,588
Median Income
11.27 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
CoastalRuralRetireesMulticultural

About Craiglie

Craiglie is a small residential suburb in the Douglas Shire of Far North Queensland, located just south of the iconic tourist town of Port Douglas and approximately 65 kilometres north of Cairns. With a population of around 1,062, Craiglie serves as a key gateway community for visitors and workers heading to Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree Rainforest. The suburb sits at a low elevation of 10 metres in a tropical coastal setting, with the Coral Sea to the east.

Craiglie has a relaxed, tropical lifestyle with a diverse mix of long-term locals, tourism industry workers, and sea-changers drawn by the stunning natural environment. The suburb has a median age of 44 and median weekly rents of $420, reflecting the desirability of the Far North Queensland lifestyle. Residents have access to local shops, Port Douglas State School, and the many restaurants, beaches, and reef trip operators a short drive away in Port Douglas proper.

Craiglie falls under postcode 4877 and is governed by Douglas Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4877
Urban Area
Mossman - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Douglas
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.53°, 145.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
11.27 km²
Elevation
10m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Port Douglas Shuttle / Sun Palm — Cairns Airport / Cairns CBD 75–90 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
N/A (no rail service in Douglas Shire)
By Car (Peak)
60–75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–65 min

🛣️ Captain Cook Highway (A1) is the main route south to Cairns; shuttle services operate for tourists and workers

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities; car required for most shopping and services, though Port Douglas village is a short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,777
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.6%

14 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
954
Census 2021
1,062
▲ 11.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,012
Income 2021
$42,588
▲ 12.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 680
Born Overseas 312

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 81
  • 2. New Zealand 45
  • 3. Scotland 23
  • 4. Thailand 19
  • 5. Germany 15
  • 6. Ireland 15
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Netherlands 10
  • 9. Malaysia 8
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 444
Australian 343
Irish 119
Scottish 103
German 47
Italian 30
Dutch 22
Chinese 21
Australian Aboriginal 19
New Zealander 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

475
Both parents born in Australia
368
Both parents born overseas
136
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.6%
Christianity
37.7%
Buddhism
2.6%
Hinduism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
60 (5.6%)
5-14 years
112 (10.5%)
15-19 years
42 (4.0%)
20-24 years
39 (3.7%)
25-34 years
113 (10.6%)
35-44 years
175 (16.5%)
45-54 years
145 (13.7%)
55-64 years
116 (10.9%)
65-74 years
133 (12.5%)
75-84 years
96 (9.0%)
85+ years
23 (2.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Craiglie located? +

Craiglie is located just south of Port Douglas in Far North Queensland, about 65 kilometres north of Cairns via the Captain Cook Highway. It's the closest residential suburb to Port Douglas village.

What is it like to live in Craiglie? +

Craiglie offers a laid-back tropical lifestyle close to Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree Rainforest. It's popular with tourism workers, retirees, and nature-lovers seeking an affordable alternative to Port Douglas itself.

What schools are near Craiglie? +

Port Douglas State School (Government Primary K-6) serves students in Craiglie and the broader Port Douglas area. Mossman State High School is the nearest secondary school, about 20 minutes away in Mossman.

How do you get from Craiglie to Cairns? +

The drive from Craiglie to Cairns CBD takes approximately 60–75 minutes via the Captain Cook Highway. Sun Palm and other shuttle services also operate between Port Douglas, Cairns Airport, and Cairns CBD.