Kewarra Beach
QLD 4879 • Rest of QLD
About Kewarra Beach
Kewarra Beach is a tropical beachside suburb located approximately 20 kilometres north of Cairns in Far North Queensland, within the Cairns Regional Council area. With a population of 6,133 and a median age of 43, it is classified as a major urban locality and sits within the broader Cairns North urban corridor. Median household income of $1,748 per week reflects a comfortable mix of families and established residents drawn to its coastal setting and proximity to Cairns' extensive services.
True to its name, Kewarra Beach offers direct access to a quiet stretch of the Coral Sea coastline, with the suburb characterised by tropical residential housing set amid lush surroundings typical of the Cairns region. Residents enjoy easy access to Cairns via the Captain Cook Highway, as well as nearby shopping, schools, and the amenities of the broader Cairns North precinct. The suburb's relaxed tropical lifestyle, warm climate, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest make it a sought-after address for those wanting to live close to nature without sacrificing everyday convenience.
Kewarra Beach falls under postcode 4879 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barron River electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Reed Road
Housing 2021 Census
22 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 549
- 2. New Zealand 208
- 3. Germany 83
- 4. Papua New Guinea 63
- 5. Japan 51
- 6. Scotland 47
- 7. South Africa 45
- 8. Philippines 44
- 9. United States 41
- 10. Netherlands 40
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)