Parramatta Park
QLD 4870 • Rest of QLD
About Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is an inner suburb of Cairns in Far North Queensland, situated approximately 3 kilometres south-west of the Cairns CBD within the Cairns Regional Council area. With a population of 3,621 and a young median age of 33, the suburb has a distinctly cosmopolitan character owing to its proximity to Cairns' international tourist hub and James Cook University. Median household income is modest, reflecting a mix of renters, students, hospitality workers, and transient residents typical of tourism-focused regional cities. The suburb's multicultural make-up is pronounced, with significant Asian-born and Aboriginal communities.
Parramatta Park provides accessible, affordable inner-city living with easy reach of Cairns' Esplanade, shops, restaurants, and employment. The suburb has a dense, urban character with a mix of older Queenslander-style homes and modern units, and benefits from Cairns' flat terrain — making cycling a practical transport option. While Cairns has no suburban rail network, local bus services connect the suburb to the city centre and broader Cairns region. The area's affordability, proximity to the city, and diverse community give it a lively, eclectic appeal that suits young professionals, students, and newcomers to the region.
Parramatta Park falls under postcode 4870 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cairns electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Sunbus Route 1, 2, 5 — Cairns City Centre 10-15 min
Commute to Cairns CBD
🛣️ Flat terrain makes cycling practical; city buses frequent; very close to CBD
Close enough to the CBD to walk or cycle for many errands; bus connections fill the gaps
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Brinsmead Road
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394 Sheridan Street
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418 Mulgrave Road
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Cnr Sheridan and Upward Streets
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251 Draper Street
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177 Abbott Street
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18 Balaclava Road
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254 Pease Street
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10 Corkill Street
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50-60 Cowley Street
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5 Atkinson Street
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Hoare St
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Mayers Street
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122 Mulgrave Road
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13 Loeven Street
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Intake Road
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Jungara Road
Housing 2021 Census
118 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 121
- 2. New Zealand 110
- 3. Japan 96
- 4. India 89
- 5. Papua New Guinea 84
- 6. South Korea 81
- 7. China 65
- 8. Philippines 63
- 9. Taiwan 46
- 10. Indonesia 45
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)