Mount Sheridan
QLD 4868 • Rest of QLD
About Mount Sheridan
Mount Sheridan is a thriving residential suburb located approximately 10 km south-west of Cairns CBD in Far North Queensland, within the Cairns Regional Council local government area. With a population of 8,678 and a density of around 1,295 residents per km², it is one of Cairns' fastest-growing suburbs, attracting families with modern housing estates and relatively affordable property prices. The suburb sits at an elevation of 84 metres on the southern slopes of the city, offering pleasant views and a slightly cooler microclimate than Cairns' coastal suburbs. A diverse community calls Mount Sheridan home, with strong representation from Indigenous Australians, Pacific Islander, and Southeast Asian backgrounds alongside the broader Australian population.
Mount Sheridan Plaza serves as the suburb's commercial hub, anchored by Woolworths and a range of specialty retail, cafes, and services. Well-regarded local schools, childcare centres, and sporting ovals make it a popular choice for families relocating to Cairns for work in healthcare, tourism, or construction. The surrounding Lamb Range Conservation Park offers walking tracks and rainforest exploration right on the suburb's doorstep. With the Great Barrier Reef, the Atherton Tablelands, and Cairns city all within easy reach, residents enjoy world-class natural attractions as part of everyday life in tropical Far North Queensland.
Mount Sheridan falls under postcode 4868 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mulgrave electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Route 7A,Route 7B — Cairns CBD via Manoora 25–35 min
- Route 7C — Cairns City / Woree 30 min
Commute to Cairns CBD
🛣️ Cairns does not have a suburban rail network. Translink bus is the primary public transport option. Most residents drive to the CBD.
Mount Sheridan has good internal footpaths and a local shopping centre within walking distance for many residents, but broader amenities and the CBD require driving or bus. The suburb is well-designed for families with good local infrastructure.
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths106 Barnard Drive Mount Sheridan 4868 QLD
Schools
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200-212 Progress Road White Rock (K-12) 45 Poolwood Road Kewarra Beach (K-6)
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63 Anderson Road
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. New Zealand 247
- 2. England 245
- 3. India 152
- 4. Philippines 151
- 5. Japan 135
- 6. Papua New Guinea 105
- 7. Thailand 59
- 8. South Korea 42
- 9. China 40
- 10. South Africa 32
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)