Eumundi

QLD 4562 • Rest of QLD

2,504
Population (2021)
$40,768
Median Income
23.31 km²
Area
$480/wk
Median Rent
HinterlandMarket TownLifestyleSemi-RuralTourism

About Eumundi

Eumundi is a hinterland town in the Sunshine Coast Region, about 21 km from Noosa Heads and roughly 118 km north of Brisbane. It had a 2021 Census population of 2,504 and retains a village-scale, semi-rural identity despite wider regional growth. The area includes a traditional town centre, surrounding acreage and green hills, giving it a distinct country-town atmosphere. Eumundi is nationally known for its long-running markets and creative community character.

Lifestyle in Eumundi is built around local cafés, artisan retail, weekend markets and easy access to both hinterland drives and Sunshine Coast beaches. Families, retirees, small business operators and remote workers are all represented in the local mix. The suburb has rail access via Eumundi station on the North Coast corridor, with additional bus links to Noosa, Cooroy and Nambour. While daily life is relaxed and community-focused, most households still use cars for broader regional travel and commuting.

Eumundi falls under postcode 4562 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ninderry electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4562
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.47°, 152.96°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
23.31 km²
Elevation
33m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Eumundi Station
1.5 km
18 min
Cooroy Station
9 km
Not walkable
Yandina Station
14 km
Not walkable
Nambour Station
24 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Sunshine Coast regional bus routes — Noosa Junction / Noosa Heads 30-45 min
  • Regional connector services — Cooroy and Nambour 20-45 min
  • School and local services — Surrounding hinterland localities 15-35 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
118 km
By Train
2 hr 15 min-2 hr 45 min (from Eumundi/Cooroy via North Coast Line)
By Bus
2 hr 30 min+ (multi-leg)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min-2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 40 min-2 hr

🛣️ For most residents, regular commuting is to Noosa, Cooroy or Maroochydore rather than Brisbane CBD.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The town centre is pedestrian-friendly, but wider locality distances and hilly roads mean cars remain important.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$480
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
45 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,221
Census 2021
2,504
12.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,772
Income 2021
$40,768
28.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,805
Born Overseas 540

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 219
  • 2. New Zealand 85
  • 3. South Africa 30
  • 4. Netherlands 28
  • 5. Germany 23
  • 6. Scotland 14
  • 7. United States 13
  • 8. Japan 10
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 8
  • 10. Canada 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,107
Australian 876
Scottish 340
Irish 316
German 165
Dutch 77
Italian 55
New Zealander 41
Australian Aboriginal 34
Welsh 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,285
Both parents born in Australia
653
Both parents born overseas
393
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
56.0%
Christianity
33.7%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (4.8%)
5-14 years
375 (15.0%)
15-19 years
152 (6.1%)
20-24 years
78 (3.1%)
25-34 years
201 (8.0%)
35-44 years
292 (11.7%)
45-54 years
420 (16.8%)
55-64 years
399 (15.9%)
65-74 years
304 (12.1%)
75-84 years
128 (5.1%)
85+ years
24 (1.0%)

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