Point Vernon
QLD 4655 • Rest of QLD
About Point Vernon
Point Vernon is a quiet coastal suburb situated within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area, forming part of the broader Hervey Bay locality in south-east Queensland. With a population of 5,718 and a median age of 52, the suburb has a notably mature demographic that reflects its popularity as a retirement and lifestyle destination. Household incomes are modest at a median of $1,077 per week, and the low-lying coastal setting at just 5 metres above sea level gives the area a relaxed, unhurried character.
Point Vernon is prized for its proximity to the calm waters of Hervey Bay and its position as a gateway to K'gari (Fraser Island), one of Queensland's most visited natural destinations. The suburb attracts retirees and sea-changers drawn to the affordable housing — with median rents around $340 per week — and the laid-back coastal lifestyle. Largely Anglo-Australian in heritage, the community is tight-knit, and Hervey Bay's broader amenities including shopping centres, medical facilities, and waterfront dining are just a short drive away.
Point Vernon falls under postcode 4655 and is governed by Fraser Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hervey Bay electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Wide Bay Drive
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Lot 2 Doolong South Road
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15 Scrub Hill Road
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23 Frangipanni Avenue
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Grevillea Street
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72 Nikenbah/Dundowran Road
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Beach Road
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Alice Street
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Hughes Road
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Tavistock Street
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Robert Street
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Miller Street
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Robert Street
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138 Pantlins Lane
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171 Pantlins Lane
Housing 2021 Census
29 state housing + 10 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 358
- 2. New Zealand 184
- 3. Germany 41
- 4. Philippines 32
- 5. South Africa 32
- 6. Scotland 26
- 7. United States 22
- 8. Netherlands 21
- 9. Thailand 18
- 10. Papua New Guinea 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)