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Mermaid Beach

QLD 4218 • Rest of QLD

7,329
Population (2021)
$53,092
Median Income
1.53 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachside LivingPremium LifestyleYoung ProfessionalsTourist Area

About Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach is a sought-after coastal suburb on the Gold Coast in Queensland, located approximately 6 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise. With a population of around 7,300 residents and a median age of 35, the suburb attracts a mix of young professionals, couples, and families. The area is characterised by a relaxed beachside lifestyle with a blend of modern apartment complexes and established homes along its low-lying coastal terrain.

Residents enjoy direct access to pristine sandy beaches, with Nobby Beach and Miami Beach flanking the suburb. The Hedges Avenue strip features upscale dining and boutique shopping, while the nearby Pacific Fair Shopping Centre provides major retail options. Mermaid Beach appeals to those seeking a premium coastal lifestyle with convenient access to the Gold Coast's entertainment precinct and the Gold Coast Highway corridor.

Mermaid Beach falls under postcode 4218 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mermaid Beach electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4218
Urban Area
Gold Coast
LGA / Council
Gold Coast
Federal Electorate
Moncrieff
State Electorate
Mermaid Beach
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.05°, 153.44°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.53 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Broadbeach South
2.5 km
30 min
Broadbeach North
3.2 km
38 min

Bus Services

  • 700 — Surfers Paradise / Broadbeach 10-15 min
  • 777 — Gold Coast University Hospital / Varsity Lakes 20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
1 hr 40 min (via Varsity Lakes + train)
By Bus
2 hr+
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr

🛣️ Most residents commute locally within Gold Coast; Surfers Paradise is 10 min by car

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Daily errands can be accomplished on foot along the Gold Coast Highway strip, though a car is useful for broader access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,820
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

21 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,533
Census 2021
7,329
▲ 12.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,784
Income 2021
$53,092
▲ 21.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,848
Born Overseas 1,989

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 422
  • 2. England 282
  • 3. Brazil 173
  • 4. South Africa 105
  • 5. United States 72
  • 6. Japan 70
  • 7. Canada 65
  • 8. Italy 48
  • 9. Germany 41
  • 10. China 39

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,887
Australian 2,124
Irish 939
Scottish 802
German 381
Italian 374
Chinese 122
New Zealander 116
Australian Aboriginal 108
Spanish 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,507
Both parents born in Australia
2,277
Both parents born overseas
1,016
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.8%
Christianity
41.1%
Buddhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
270 (3.7%)
5-14 years
492 (6.7%)
15-19 years
274 (3.7%)
20-24 years
640 (8.7%)
25-34 years
1,878 (25.6%)
35-44 years
1,005 (13.7%)
45-54 years
904 (12.3%)
55-64 years
861 (11.7%)
65-74 years
596 (8.1%)
75-84 years
290 (4.0%)
85+ years
125 (1.7%)

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