Maleny
QLD 4552 • Rest of QLD
About Maleny
Maleny is a charming hinterland town perched at 450 metres elevation on the Blackall Range, 90 kilometres north of Brisbane in the Sunshine Coast Region. With a population of nearly 4,000, this former timber and dairy town has reinvented itself as a vibrant arts and food destination. The subtropical climate delivers around 2,000mm of annual rainfall, creating lush green landscapes, rolling hills, and spectacular views across to the Glass House Mountains.
The lifestyle in Maleny blends creative culture with rural tranquility. The main street buzzes with art galleries, organic cafes, craft shops, and the renowned Maleny Cheese factory. Nearby attractions include Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Baroon Pocket Dam, and the Maleny Botanic Gardens. The community attracts artists, sea-changers seeking cooler climates, and families who appreciate the alternative lifestyle vibe, excellent schools, and genuine small-town character. Weekend markets are a local institution.
Maleny falls under postcode 4552 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Glass House electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Sunbus Route 620 — Landsborough Station, Caloundra 30-40 min to Landsborough
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most residents work locally or drive to Sunshine Coast centres
Village centre walkable but car essential for most needs
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths2 Bunya Street Maleny 4552 QLD
Schools
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251 Bridge Creek Road
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1700 Kenilworth Road
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50 Bunya Street
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16 Bunya Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 295
- 2. New Zealand 124
- 3. Germany 45
- 4. United States 41
- 5. India 28
- 6. Scotland 28
- 7. Papua New Guinea 24
- 8. Canada 22
- 9. South Africa 20
- 10. Netherlands 19
- 11. Japan 15
- 12. Vietnam 14
- 13. Ireland 12
- 14. Wales 12
- 15. France 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)