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Westcourt

QLD 4870 • Rest of QLD

3,841
Population (2021)
$34,528
Median Income
1.63 km²
Area
6m
Elevation
AffordableConvenient LocationTropicalWorking-ClassClose to CBD

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

State
Queensland
Postcode
4870
Urban Area
Manunda - Portsmith
LGA
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cairns
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.93°, 145.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.63 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westcourt Plaza Shopping Centre Mulgrave Road Cairns 4870 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,918
Census 2021
3,841
▼ 2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,664
Income 2021
$34,528
▲ 24.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,265
Born Overseas 1,167

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
  • 11. South Korea 30
  • 12. Germany 22
  • 13. Poland 21
  • 14. Thailand 21
  • 15. Taiwan 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,110
Australian 879
Australian Aboriginal 394
Irish 358
Scottish 265
Italian 150
German 127
Filipino 120
Chinese 113
Dutch 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,629
Both parents born in Australia
1,332
Both parents born overseas
443
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.3%
No Religion
35.0%
Buddhism
3.7%
Hinduism
2.5%
Islam
1.2%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
185 (4.8%)
5-14 years
374 (9.7%)
15-19 years
178 (4.6%)
20-24 years
263 (6.8%)
25-34 years
615 (16.0%)
35-44 years
504 (13.1%)
45-54 years
498 (13.0%)
55-64 years
391 (10.2%)
65-74 years
346 (9.0%)
75-84 years
281 (7.3%)
85+ years
209 (5.4%)

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