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Surfers Paradise

QLD 4217 • Rest of QLD

26,412
Population (2021)
$40,300
Median Income
5.80 km²
Area
5m
Elevation
Beach ResortHigh-Rise LivingNightlifeTourist Hub

About Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise is Australia's most famous beach resort, the glittering heart of the Gold Coast with over 26,000 permanent residents among its high-rise towers. The light rail connects to Broadbeach and the emerging health precinct, while the beach and nightlife draw millions of visitors annually. The skyline of apartment towers is instantly recognisable.

Living in Surfers means embracing the tourist energy—world-class beaches, vibrant nightlife, and an endless parade of visitors create a unique atmosphere. Cavill Avenue and surrounding streets offer dining and entertainment, while the meter boys have become local legends. Surfers attracts young professionals, hospitality workers, investors, and those who thrive on the buzz of Australia's playground.

Surfers Paradise falls under postcode 4217 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Surfers Paradise electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4217
Urban Area
Gold Coast
LGA
Gold Coast
Federal Electorate
Moncrieff
State Electorate
Surfers Paradise
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.00°, 153.42°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
5.80 km²
Elevation
5m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Cnr Goldcoast Highway & Elkhorn Avenue Surfers Paradise 4217 QLD
  • Harris Farm Markets
    Capri on Via Roma-15-21 Via Roma, Isle of Capri QLD 4217

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,606
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
23,689
Census 2021
26,412
▲ 11.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,124
Income 2021
$40,300
▲ 21.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 12,502
Born Overseas 10,485

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 1,585
  • 2. Brazil 1,050
  • 3. England 1,040
  • 4. India 797
  • 5. Philippines 362
  • 6. Japan 336
  • 7. China 332
  • 8. Nepal 303
  • 9. Italy 238
  • 10. South Africa 210
  • 11. Germany 177
  • 12. Thailand 162
  • 13. United States 156
  • 14. Scotland 143
  • 15. Chile 140

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 8,049
Australian 5,246
Irish 2,361
Scottish 2,175
Italian 1,324
German 1,168
Chinese 797
Indian 656
Filipino 456
Spanish 450

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

8,541
Both parents born in Australia
11,696
Both parents born overseas
2,667
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.1%
No Religion
36.7%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
2.1%
Islam
1.2%
Sikhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
767 (2.9%)
5-14 years
1,298 (4.9%)
15-19 years
795 (3.0%)
20-24 years
2,058 (7.8%)
25-34 years
5,658 (21.4%)
35-44 years
3,446 (13.0%)
45-54 years
3,239 (12.3%)
55-64 years
3,462 (13.1%)
65-74 years
3,345 (12.7%)
75-84 years
1,881 (7.1%)
85+ years
469 (1.8%)

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