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Peregian Beach

QLD 4573 • Rest of QLD

4,972
Population (2021)
$45,812
Median Income
16.51 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
CoastalVillageLifestyleNatureFamily-Friendly

About Peregian Beach

Peregian Beach is a laid-back coastal village on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, nestled between Noosa Heads and Coolum Beach. With a population of around 3,500 residents, this tight-knit community is known for its relaxed, bohemian atmosphere and strong environmental consciousness. The suburb retains a village feel with low-rise development surrounded by national park and pristine beachfront.

The Peregian Beach village square hosts a popular weekend market and is lined with boutique shops, organic cafés, and a small cinema. Residents enjoy direct access to a beautiful patrolled beach and nearby Noosa National Park walking trails. The suburb attracts creative professionals, retirees, and families who value a nature-oriented lifestyle with excellent local dining and a supportive community spirit.

Peregian Beach falls under postcode 4573 and is governed by Noosa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ninderry electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4573
Urban Area
Maroochy
LGA / Council
Noosa
Federal Electorate
Wide Bay
State Electorate
Ninderry
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.47°, 153.07°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
16.51 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nambour
22 km
N/A (drive)
Landsborough
35 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 631 — Noosa Heads via Sunshine Beach 20 min
  • 631 — Maroochydore 30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
2.5–3 hr (drive to Landsborough + train)
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Most commuting is local to Noosa or Maroochydore; Brisbane is a day-trip distance

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Village centre and beach are walkable; a car is needed for most other errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,791
Census 2021
4,972
▲ 31.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,568
Income 2021
$45,812
▲ 28.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,613
Born Overseas 1,146

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 351
  • 2. New Zealand 171
  • 3. South Africa 74
  • 4. United States 66
  • 5. Germany 45
  • 6. Brazil 37
  • 7. Scotland 34
  • 8. Netherlands 28
  • 9. Italy 22
  • 10. Canada 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,306
Australian 1,593
Irish 705
Scottish 671
German 369
Italian 195
Dutch 106
Australian Aboriginal 73
French 69
South African 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,616
Both parents born in Australia
1,306
Both parents born overseas
812
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.2%
Christianity
38.5%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
291 (5.9%)
5-14 years
733 (14.7%)
15-19 years
296 (6.0%)
20-24 years
172 (3.5%)
25-34 years
483 (9.7%)
35-44 years
728 (14.6%)
45-54 years
738 (14.8%)
55-64 years
735 (14.8%)
65-74 years
511 (10.3%)
75-84 years
227 (4.6%)
85+ years
63 (1.3%)

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