Twin Waters

QLD 4564 • Rest of QLD

2,966
Population (2021)
$40,560
Median Income
3.92 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
CoastalPremiumResort-StyleFamily-FriendlyWaterfront

About Twin Waters

Twin Waters is an upscale coastal suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, located approximately 10 km north of Maroochydore and 112 km north of Brisbane. With a population of around 2,966, it features a mature demographic with a high owner-occupancy rate of 83%. The suburb is bordered by the Maroochy River and the Coral Sea, creating a picturesque waterfront setting.

Known for the Novotel Twin Waters Resort and its signature lagoon, the suburb attracts affluent families and retirees seeking a premium coastal lifestyle. Twin Waters Golf Club and proximity to Mudjimba Beach add to the appeal. The median house price sits around $1.5-1.7 million, reflecting its desirability. Sunshine Coast Airport is just minutes away, and Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore provides major shopping.

Twin Waters falls under postcode 4564 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroochydore electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4564
Urban Area
Maroochy
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.63°, 153.09°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
3.92 km²
Elevation
9m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 615 — Maroochydore via Pacific Paradise 15 min
  • 631 — Noosa Heads via Coolum 40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
112 km
By Bus
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min

🛣️ No direct train service. Sunshine Coast Airport nearby for air travel. Bus to Nambour station then train to Brisbane, or direct bus services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential streets with limited local shops. Most amenities require driving to Maroochydore or Pacific Paradise.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
60 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

0 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,687
Census 2021
2,966
10.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,020
Income 2021
$40,560
22.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,036
Born Overseas 779

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 250
  • 2. New Zealand 143
  • 3. South Africa 73
  • 4. Scotland 47
  • 5. Germany 31
  • 6. United States 24
  • 7. Canada 19
  • 8. Poland 13
  • 9. Netherlands 12
  • 10. Zimbabwe 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,466
Australian 867
Scottish 386
Irish 360
German 240
Italian 79
Dutch 50
New Zealander 39
French 34
Polish 34

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,580
Both parents born in Australia
872
Both parents born overseas
361
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.1%
No Religion
35.9%
Buddhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
68 (2.3%)
5-14 years
224 (7.6%)
15-19 years
122 (4.1%)
20-24 years
105 (3.5%)
25-34 years
118 (4.0%)
35-44 years
201 (6.8%)
45-54 years
335 (11.3%)
55-64 years
557 (18.8%)
65-74 years
665 (22.4%)
75-84 years
419 (14.1%)
85+ years
148 (5.0%)

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