West Woombye

QLD 4559 • Rest of QLD

1,083
Population (2021)
$36,192
Median Income
11.97 km²
Area
47m
Elevation

About West Woombye

West Woombye is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Queensland, located within the Sunshine Coast (Regional Council) area. With a population of 1,083 and a median income of $36,192, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 11.97 km² at an elevation of 47m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of QLD.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. West Woombye is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

West Woombye falls under postcode 4559 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nicklin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4559
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.67°, 152.93°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
11.97 km²
Elevation
47m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,946
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,007
Census 2021
1,083
7.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,120
Income 2021
$36,192
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 882
Born Overseas 154

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 46
  • 2. New Zealand 27
  • 3. Germany 11
  • 4. South Africa 7
  • 5. Hong Kong 6
  • 6. Wales 6
  • 7. United States 5
  • 8. Canada 4
  • 9. Netherlands 4
  • 10. Scotland 4
  • 11. Sri Lanka 4
  • 12. France 3
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 3
  • 14. Thailand 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 478
Australian 446
Scottish 151
Irish 110
German 84
Dutch 28
Australian Aboriginal 25
Italian 15
French 8
Polish 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

635
Both parents born in Australia
178
Both parents born overseas
166
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.4%
No Religion
40.6%
Buddhism
1.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
36 (3.3%)
5-14 years
134 (12.4%)
15-19 years
74 (6.8%)
20-24 years
55 (5.1%)
25-34 years
82 (7.6%)
35-44 years
113 (10.4%)
45-54 years
161 (14.9%)
55-64 years
146 (13.5%)
65-74 years
136 (12.6%)
75-84 years
93 (8.6%)
85+ years
44 (4.1%)

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