Palmview
QLD 4553 • Rest of QLD
About Palmview
Palmview is a rapidly growing locality in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 21.7 kilometres north-west of Caloundra, 21.9 kilometres south-east of Nambour and 108 kilometres north of Brisbane in the hinterland between the coast and the Sunshine Coast's service towns. The locality covers 18.6 square kilometres and recorded a population of 5,236 at the 2021 census, reflecting significant residential growth as the historically rural area transitions to a major suburban development corridor. Palmview is home to Aussie World, a well-known Sunshine Coast family amusement park and entertainment venue that has been a regional landmark for decades. The locality straddles the Buderim and Caloundra state electorates and the Fisher federal division, reflecting its central position in the Sunshine Coast's urban growth area.
Palmview's rapidly expanding residential community is characterised by new housing estates offering affordable homes to families priced out of more established Sunshine Coast suburbs, with a range of new schools, parks and retail facilities following population growth. Sippy Downs (immediately adjacent) hosts the University of the Sunshine Coast campus and a growing retail and commercial precinct, while Caloundra Road provides direct connections to Caloundra's beaches and the Bruce Highway to Brisbane. Nambour (22 km north-west) provides rail access on the Sunshine Coast Line with services to Brisbane in approximately 90 minutes. The Sunshine Coast's exceptional beaches at Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland and Caloundra are within 15–25 kilometres, and the hinterland villages of Eumundi, Maleny and Montville are easily accessible.
Palmview falls under postcode 4553 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Buderim electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Sunbus routes 1, 2, 7, 618 — Caloundra / Maroochydore / USC / Nambour ~20 min to Caloundra, ~25 min to Maroochydore
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ Landsborough (~10 km) and Beerwah (~12 km) are the nearest train stations. A dedicated Palmview station is planned as part of the Sunshine Coast Direct Rail project. Caloundra Road and the Bruce Highway provide the primary road corridors.
Palmview has growing local retail, schools and parklands, with Aussie World providing a unique local landmark. Most daily needs can be met locally or via a short drive to Sippy Downs or Caloundra. Sunbus services provide public transport connectivity.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Leeding and Glenview Roads
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King 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. England 334
- 2. New Zealand 227
- 3. South Africa 117
- 4. India 114
- 5. United States 31
- 6. South Korea 29
- 7. Philippines 28
- 8. China 22
- 9. Scotland 22
- 10. Brazil 20
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)