Westcourt
QLD 4870 • Rest of QLD
About Westcourt
Westcourt is a compact residential suburb located just a few kilometres west of the Cairns CBD in tropical Far North Queensland. Home to approximately 3,800 residents across 1.6 square kilometres, it offers an accessible and affordable living option within easy reach of Cairns' city amenities. The suburb features a mix of residential housing, commercial premises, and light industrial areas, reflecting its practical, working-class character.
Residents enjoy convenient access to DFO Cairns for shopping, along with Coles and local services meeting everyday needs. The suburb appeals to those who want to be close to Cairns' employment centres while enjoying a quieter neighbourhood atmosphere away from the tourist-heavy coastal areas. With tropical weather year-round, locals benefit from proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns' vibrant dining and entertainment scene just minutes away.
Westcourt falls under postcode 4870 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cairns electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesWestcourt Plaza Shopping Centre Mulgrave Road Cairns 4870 QLD
Schools
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Brinsmead Road
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394 Sheridan Street
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418 Mulgrave Road
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Cnr Sheridan and Upward Streets
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251 Draper Street
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177 Abbott Street
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18 Balaclava Road
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254 Pease Street
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10 Corkill Street
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50-60 Cowley Street
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5 Atkinson Street
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Hoare St
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Mayers Street
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122 Mulgrave Road
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13 Loeven Street
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Intake Road
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Jungara Road
Housing 2021 Census
111 state housing + 32 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 116
- 2. New Zealand 111
- 3. Philippines 96
- 4. Papua New Guinea 65
- 5. Japan 62
- 6. Nepal 51
- 7. India 49
- 8. Myanmar 32
- 9. China 31
- 10. Vietnam 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)