Glass House Mountains

QLD 4518 • Rest of QLD

5,601
Population (2021)
$38,428
Median Income
72.41 km²
Area
58m
Elevation

About Glass House Mountains

Glass House Mountains is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Sunshine Coast (Regional Council) area. With a population of 5,601 and a median income of $38,428, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 72.41 km² at an elevation of 58m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Glass House Mountains is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Glass House Mountains falls under postcode 4518 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Glass House electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4518
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.90°, 152.93°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
72.41 km²
Elevation
58m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,820
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,065
Census 2021
5,601
10.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,108
Income 2021
$38,428
27.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,426
Born Overseas 892

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 312
  • 2. New Zealand 202
  • 3. South Africa 39
  • 4. Germany 26
  • 5. Netherlands 26
  • 6. United States 23
  • 7. Italy 22
  • 8. Scotland 17
  • 9. Philippines 14
  • 10. Thailand 14
  • 11. Ireland 11
  • 12. Papua New Guinea 11
  • 13. Wales 11
  • 14. Zimbabwe 11
  • 15. Canada 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,586
Australian 2,123
Scottish 686
Irish 622
German 412
Italian 188
Australian Aboriginal 148
Dutch 144
New Zealander 84
Maori 55

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,431
Both parents born in Australia
1,107
Both parents born overseas
776
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.6%
Christianity
43.0%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
308 (5.5%)
5-14 years
753 (13.4%)
15-19 years
330 (5.9%)
20-24 years
271 (4.8%)
25-34 years
601 (10.7%)
35-44 years
714 (12.7%)
45-54 years
768 (13.7%)
55-64 years
755 (13.5%)
65-74 years
671 (12.0%)
75-84 years
329 (5.9%)
85+ years
93 (1.7%)

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