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Miami

QLD 4220 • Rest of QLD

7,445
Population (2021)
$47,788
Median Income
3.00 km²
Area
$470/wk
Median Rent
CoastalSurf CultureDining PrecinctFamily-FriendlyBeachside

About Miami

Miami is a coastal suburb on the Gold Coast in Queensland, situated 8.5 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise and about 91 kilometres south-east of Brisbane. With a population of around 7,400, it is a vibrant beachside community known for its relaxed surf culture and diverse demographics. The suburb stretches from the Pacific Ocean in the east to Robina in the west, offering a mix of apartment living near the beach and family homes further inland.

Miami is home to the popular Nobby Beach dining precinct along Gold Coast Highway, with a thriving café and restaurant scene. The suburb offers excellent surf beaches, Miami Marketta night market, and proximity to Burleigh Heads National Park. It attracts a mix of young professionals, surfers, families, and retirees drawn to the laid-back coastal lifestyle. Local schools, parks, and community facilities make it a well-rounded suburb for permanent residents.

Miami falls under postcode 4220 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mermaid Beach electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4220
Urban Area
Gold Coast
LGA / Council
Gold Coast
Federal Electorate
Moncrieff
State Electorate
Mermaid Beach
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.07°, 153.44°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
3.00 km²
Elevation
5m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Miami
0.5 km
6 min
Nobby Beach
1 km
12 min
Burleigh Heads
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 700 — Tweed Heads to Southport via Gold Coast Highway 30 min to Southport
  • 777 — Robina Town Centre 15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
91 km
By Train
90-100 min (light rail + heavy rail)
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-80 min

🛣️ G:link light rail connects to Helensvale station for Brisbane-bound trains. Local commutes to Southport/Surfers Paradise take 15-20 min by light rail.

Walkability Very Walkable

Flat beachside suburb with good footpaths, light rail access, and shops within walking distance of most homes.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Gold Coast Highway Miami 4220 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$470
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4%

109 state housing + 13 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,843
Census 2021
7,445
▲ 8.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,572
Income 2021
$47,788
▲ 20.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,336
Born Overseas 1,680

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 381
  • 2. England 284
  • 3. Brazil 204
  • 4. South Africa 66
  • 5. United States 59
  • 6. Canada 52
  • 7. Germany 40
  • 8. Japan 33
  • 9. Philippines 30
  • 10. Scotland 30

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,166
Australian 2,392
Irish 1,007
Scottish 831
German 409
Italian 352
Australian Aboriginal 151
Dutch 130
New Zealander 111
Maori 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,920
Both parents born in Australia
1,942
Both parents born overseas
1,127
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.1%
Christianity
39.9%
Buddhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
426 (5.7%)
5-14 years
647 (8.7%)
15-19 years
308 (4.1%)
20-24 years
496 (6.7%)
25-34 years
1,485 (19.9%)
35-44 years
1,171 (15.7%)
45-54 years
977 (13.1%)
55-64 years
805 (10.8%)
65-74 years
649 (8.7%)
75-84 years
359 (4.8%)
85+ years
110 (1.5%)

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