Maroochydore
QLD 4558 • Rest of QLD
About Maroochydore
Maroochydore is the vibrant heart of the Sunshine Coast, a beach suburb of 20,600 residents where the Maroochy River meets the ocean. As the Coast's commercial centre, it hosts major retail at Sunshine Plaza, council offices, and expanding business districts. The new city centre development is transforming it into a genuine urban hub.
Life here blends beach culture with urban convenience—surf in the morning, work in air-conditioned offices, dine out at night. The mix of high-rise and established homes creates diverse living options. Maroochydore attracts professionals seeking coastal lifestyle without sacrificing career options, families wanting beach access, and those drawn to the Coast's emerging urban energy.
Maroochydore falls under postcode 4558 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroochydore electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesSunshine Plaza Shopping Centre Bunro Street Maroochydore 4558 QLD -
WoolworthsPlaza Parade Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre Maroochydore 4558 QLD
Schools
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170 Horton Parade
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Tallow Wood Drive
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160 Maroochydore Road
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56-68 Primary School Court
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McKenzie Drive
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 1,022
- 2. New Zealand 950
- 3. India 315
- 4. Nepal 221
- 5. South Africa 195
- 6. Brazil 187
- 7. Philippines 175
- 8. Germany 141
- 9. Canada 116
- 10. Scotland 116
- 11. South Korea 109
- 12. United States 108
- 13. China 97
- 14. Netherlands 70
- 15. Thailand 61
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)