Tugun
QLD 4224 • Rest of QLD
About Tugun
Tugun (locally nicknamed 'Tugz') is a beachside suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, located approximately 5 kilometres north-west of Coolangatta and 97 kilometres south-east of Brisbane. With a population of 7,175 at the 2021 Census, Tugun borders New South Wales and sits just north of the Gold Coast Airport, giving it a strategic position at the southern end of the Gold Coast strip. The suburb spans 3 square kilometres and enjoys direct ocean frontage along a beautiful stretch of the Coral Sea.
Tugun is prized by locals for its community spirit, relaxed coastal character, and relative affordability compared to more tourist-dominated Gold Coast suburbs. The beachfront is the heart of local life, with surf lifesaving, cafes, and a strong residential feel away from the high-rise development prevalent further north. Public transport along the Gold Coast Highway connects Tugun to Coolangatta and the broader Gold Coast network, while the proximity to Gold Coast Airport is convenient for frequent flyers. Families and surfers are drawn here for the genuine beachside lifestyle.
Tugun falls under postcode 4224 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Currumbin electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 700 — Coolangatta / Broadbeach 13-40 min
- TX7 — Brisbane CBD via Pacific Motorway 90 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Gold Coast Highway bus route 700 connects to G:link light rail at Broadbeach; Gold Coast Airport is 2km away
Beach, local cafes and shops accessible on foot; Gold Coast Highway can be a barrier but cycleway connections exist
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Housing 2021 Census
36 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. New Zealand 320
- 2. England 233
- 3. Brazil 98
- 4. Scotland 53
- 5. United States 48
- 6. Philippines 47
- 7. South Africa 47
- 8. Japan 40
- 9. Canada 37
- 10. Germany 27
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)