Palmwoods
QLD 4555 • Rest of QLD
About Palmwoods
Palmwoods is a picturesque hinterland town on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, located 8 kilometres south of Nambour and about 103 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of around 6,400, this charming village takes its name from the Piccabeen Palm groves that once dominated the area. Nestled in rolling green hills just 15 minutes from the beach and the scenic Blackall Range, Palmwoods offers the best of both worlds—rural tranquility with coastal accessibility.
The town retains a genuine village atmosphere with boutique shops, cafes serving excellent coffee, and the famous milkshakes and burgers that draw visitors from across the region. Palmwoods railway station on the North Coast Line provides direct connections to Brisbane and Gympie, making commuting feasible. The surrounding area features pineapple farms, the Eudlo Creek National Park, and easy access to hinterland attractions like Montville. The suburb attracts families, tree-changers, and those seeking a slower pace of life without sacrificing convenience.
Palmwoods falls under postcode 4555 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nicklin electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 631 — Nambour to Landsborough via Palmwoods 20 min to Nambour
- 615 — Maroochydore connection Varies
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Train upgrade planned with Palmwoods station improvements. Direct line to Brisbane with beautiful scenery.
Town centre is walkable but most residents need a car for shopping and school runs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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460 Chevallum Road
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111 Palmwoods-Montville Road
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 395
- 2. New Zealand 234
- 3. South Africa 52
- 4. United States 37
- 5. Ireland 31
- 6. Germany 21
- 7. Philippines 21
- 8. Scotland 21
- 9. Zimbabwe 19
- 10. Canada 16
- 11. Italy 16
- 12. Papua New Guinea 15
- 13. India 12
- 14. Netherlands 12
- 15. Brazil 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
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