Kooralbyn
QLD 4285 • Greater Brisbane
About Kooralbyn
Kooralbyn is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region of South East Queensland, located approximately 96 km south-southwest of the Brisbane CBD. With a population of around 1,697 (2021 Census), it is nestled in the scenic Kooralbyn Valley surrounded by mountains and bushland. The area was originally developed in the 1830s for pastoral activities and later became known for the Kooralbyn Valley Resort and its private airstrip.
Kooralbyn offers a tranquil rural lifestyle with access to a golf course, equestrian facilities, and the natural beauty of the Scenic Rim. The locality has a small commercial centre with basic amenities, and the Kooralbyn Valley State School serves local families. It attracts retirees, hobby farmers, and those seeking an affordable tree-change within reasonable driving distance of Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The area is also home to a small aviation community centred around the Kooralbyn airstrip.
Kooralbyn falls under postcode 4285 and is governed by Scenic Rim Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scenic Rim electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited school bus services — Beaudesert 30-35 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ No public transport to Brisbane. Nearest town is Beaudesert (27 km). Residents rely entirely on private vehicles.
A remote rural locality with no public transport. A car is essential for all activities.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Mount Lindesay Highway
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17 Tina Street
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Bromelton Street
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Kerry Road
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126-146 Mount Lindesay Highway
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1623 Christmas Creek Road
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Ogilvie Place
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Mount Lindesay Highway
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Veresdale Scrub School Road
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Mount Lindesay Highway
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 111
- 2. New Zealand 93
- 3. Germany 13
- 4. Philippines 12
- 5. United States 11
- 6. Scotland 10
- 7. Netherlands 8
- 8. South Africa 8
- 9. Malaysia 7
- 10. Papua New Guinea 7
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)