Torquay
QLD 4655 • Rest of QLD
About Torquay
Torquay is a coastal suburb located within the Hervey Bay urban area on Queensland's Fraser Coast, approximately 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of around 6,500 residents spread across 4.3 square kilometres, it is one of the more densely settled parts of Hervey Bay. The suburb is characterised by a relaxed seaside lifestyle, with its foreshore and boat harbour drawing both locals and tourists year-round. The median age of 55 reflects a strong retiree and sea-change population who are drawn to the warm subtropical climate and affordable property prices.
Torquay residents enjoy easy access to Hervey Bay's main shopping precinct on Boat Harbour Drive, along with numerous cafes, restaurants, and recreational facilities. The suburb is a popular base for whale-watching tours that operate each spring, as Hervey Bay is famed as a whale nursery. Families appreciate the nearby schools and sporting clubs, while the esplanade and foreshore parks offer pleasant walking and cycling paths. With median weekly rent at around $300 and a close-knit community atmosphere, Torquay offers an enviable lifestyle at a fraction of the cost of major city suburbs.
Torquay falls under postcode 4655 and is governed by Fraser Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hervey Bay electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Hervey Bay local routes — Hervey Bay CBD / Maryborough 10-20 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Hervey Bay is a regional centre; most daily commuting is within the Fraser Coast
Good access to foreshore and local shops on foot; car useful for broader errands
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
Parks & Reserves
There are 7 parks and reserves in Torquay.
Housing 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 337
- 2. New Zealand 253
- 3. Philippines 52
- 4. Germany 49
- 5. Scotland 41
- 6. South Africa 41
- 7. India 33
- 8. Netherlands 27
- 9. Thailand 22
- 10. United States 20
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)