Hollywell
QLD 4216 • Rest of QLD
About Hollywell
Hollywell is a quiet coastal suburb on the northern Gold Coast in Queensland, situated on the shores of the Broadwater approximately 9 kilometres north of Southport and 68 kilometres southeast of Brisbane. With a population of around 2,930, the suburb has a mature demographic with a median age of 51. Hollywell is predominantly Anglo-Australian, with over 74% of residents born in Australia and significant New Zealand and English-born communities.
Hollywell offers a laid-back waterfront lifestyle with Broadwater views, boat ramps, and waterside parks. The suburb is popular with families and retirees who appreciate its peaceful streets, low-density housing, and proximity to the Broadwater. Runaway Bay Shopping Village nearby provides everyday amenities, while the Broadwater Parklands and Paradise Point offer dining and recreation. Water activities including fishing, kayaking, and sailing are central to the lifestyle here. The suburb features above-average household incomes ($1,872/week median) and a strong community feel.
Hollywell falls under postcode 4216 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Broadwater electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 709 — Helensvale Station via Runaway Bay 20-25 mins
- 704 — Southport via Paradise Point 25-30 mins
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most residents work locally on the Gold Coast rather than commuting to Brisbane. Southport CBD is 9 km south.
Quiet residential streets with limited local shops; Runaway Bay Shopping Village is a short drive away
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Morala Avenue & Coombabah Road
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Pine Ridge Road
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164-172 Oxley Drive
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Bayview Street
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. New Zealand 183
- 2. England 176
- 3. South Africa 34
- 4. Germany 18
- 5. United States 18
- 6. Papua New Guinea 16
- 7. Scotland 16
- 8. Netherlands 9
- 9. Japan 8
- 10. Philippines 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)