Golden Beach
QLD 4551 • Rest of QLD
About Golden Beach
Golden Beach is a coastal suburb of Caloundra on the southern end of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, approximately 97 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 5,646 and a median age of 55, it is a popular retirement and lifestyle destination. The suburb stretches along the Pumicestone Passage, offering calm waterfront living with views across to Bribie Island. Golden Beach is part of the Sunshine Coast Regional Council and covers an area of 4.2 square kilometres.
The suburb is known for its tranquil waterfront setting along Pumicestone Passage, which provides excellent fishing, kayaking, and walking along the esplanade. Golden Beach has a small shopping village with essential services, while the Caloundra CBD is just 2 kilometres away for more extensive shopping and dining. The area attracts retirees and downsizers with its relaxed pace of life, as well as families who appreciate the safe swimming beaches and proximity to schools. Pelican Waters golf course and the Caloundra Indoor Stadium are nearby recreational highlights.
Golden Beach falls under postcode 4551 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Caloundra electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 609 — Caloundra to Landsborough Station 25-30 min
- 615 — Caloundra to Mooloolaba 45 min
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ Nearest train station is Landsborough (~15 km). Bus connects to Landsborough for Sunshine Coast Line trains to Brisbane. Direct bus services also available.
The local shopping village and waterfront esplanade are walkable, but a car is needed for most services in Caloundra and beyond.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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7 Gregson Place
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Pelican Waters Blvd Pelican Waters
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88 Queen Street
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56A Queen Street
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17 Buderim Street
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Alfred Street
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47 Lomond Crescent
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Buderim Street
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Talara Street
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Gregory Street
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168 Sunset Drive
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Woodlands Boulevard
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1 Pelican Waters Boulevard
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 289
- 2. New Zealand 212
- 3. South Africa 43
- 4. Scotland 33
- 5. Philippines 30
- 6. Germany 29
- 7. Netherlands 21
- 8. Thailand 14
- 9. United States 14
- 10. Canada 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)