Urraween
QLD 4655 • Rest of QLD
About Urraween
Urraween is a residential and commercial locality within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area, forming part of the broader Hervey Bay urban area in Queensland's Wide Bay region, approximately 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of around 7,951 and a median age of 55, the suburb has a notably mature demographic profile, attracting retirees and sea-changers drawn by the Fraser Coast's relaxed coastal lifestyle and relative affordability. Median household incomes reflect the lifestyle-focused nature of much of the local population, many of whom are semi-retired or retired.
Urraween serves as a key commercial hub for the Hervey Bay area, with a concentration of supermarkets, medical centres, retail outlets, and hospitality businesses along its arterial roads catering to the wider community. The Fraser Coast's renowned attractions — including whale watching in Hervey Bay, the Great Sandy Strait, and the gateway to Fraser Island (K'gari) — make the region a popular destination for sea-changers from across Australia. Excellent health and aged care services, combined with affordable housing and a relaxed pace of life, make Urraween a practical and popular base within this beautiful coastal region.
Urraween 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
33 state housing + 16 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 574
- 2. New Zealand 242
- 3. India 94
- 4. Germany 84
- 5. Philippines 77
- 6. Scotland 68
- 7. South Africa 61
- 8. Netherlands 54
- 9. Sri Lanka 41
- 10. Canada 25
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)