Currumbin Waters
QLD 4223 • Rest of QLD
About Currumbin Waters
Currumbin Waters is a suburb on the southern Gold Coast, 24 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise and just 96 kilometres from Brisbane. With a population of around 9,800, this 9.9 km² suburb features a mix of residential areas, canal estates, and some light industrial zones. Located on the NSW border, it's bisected by Currumbin Creek which flows from Currumbin Valley to the ocean.
The suburb offers a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle with canal waterfront properties, proximity to Currumbin Beach and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and St Augustine's Catholic School. With 76% owner-occupancy and median house prices around .2-1.5 million, it attracts families and retirees seeking a quieter Gold Coast lifestyle. The Pacific Motorway provides easy access to Brisbane and the Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta.
Currumbin Waters falls under postcode 4223 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
- Route 700 — Broadbeach via Gold Coast Highway 35-45 min
- Route 760/765 — Robina / Varsity Lakes 20-30 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ G:link light rail Stage 3-4 extension to Burleigh/Tugun will improve access. Currently bus-dependent for rail connection.
Spread-out suburb with limited walkable amenities. Local shops but most services require driving.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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5 Hammersford Drive
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6 Philip Street
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1223 Currumbin Creek Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 452
- 2. New Zealand 418
- 3. United States 72
- 4. Germany 61
- 5. Brazil 57
- 6. South Africa 55
- 7. Scotland 52
- 8. Japan 47
- 9. Philippines 34
- 10. Netherlands 33
- 11. Canada 30
- 12. Wales 29
- 13. Italy 22
- 14. Fiji 21
- 15. Poland 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)