Whitsundays

QLD 4802 • Rest of QLD

2,281
Population (2021)
$48,984
Median Income
216.71 km²
Area
1m
Elevation

About Whitsundays

Whitsundays is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Queensland, located within the Whitsunday (Regional Council) area. With a population of 2,281 and a median income of $48,984, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 216.71 km² at an elevation of 1m, 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. Whitsundays is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Whitsundays falls under postcode 4802 and is governed by Whitsunday Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4802
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Lindeman (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.32°, 148.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
216.71 km²
Elevation
1m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$356
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,790
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
29 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,269
Census 2021
2,281
0.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,112
Income 2021
$48,984
4.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,065
Born Overseas 655

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 92
  • 2. England 73
  • 3. Chile 38
  • 4. Philippines 30
  • 5. China 21
  • 6. Indonesia 17
  • 7. France 15
  • 8. Canada 14
  • 9. South Africa 14
  • 10. United States 13
  • 11. Vietnam 13
  • 12. Italy 12
  • 13. Sri Lanka 12
  • 14. India 11
  • 15. Nepal 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 675
Australian 494
Irish 186
Scottish 150
Italian 116
German 93
Spanish 64
Chinese 52
Australian Aboriginal 43
Filipino 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

787
Both parents born in Australia
704
Both parents born overseas
212
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.9%
Christianity
26.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.8%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
26 (1.1%)
5-14 years
67 (2.9%)
15-19 years
122 (5.3%)
20-24 years
424 (18.6%)
25-34 years
817 (35.8%)
35-44 years
273 (12.0%)
45-54 years
216 (9.5%)
55-64 years
189 (8.3%)
65-74 years
107 (4.7%)
75-84 years
30 (1.3%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

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