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Alberton

QLD 4207 • Queensland

547
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralGrowth SuburbAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Alberton

Alberton is a semi-rural locality in the City of Gold Coast, situated approximately 13 kilometres east of Beenleigh and 45 kilometres south-south-east of Brisbane's CBD. With a population of 547 at the 2021 census, the area retains a distinctly rural character despite its position on the fringe of the fast-growing south-east Queensland corridor. Alberton is notable for its expansive sugarcane fields, which stretch along Cane Farm Road and the nearby lowlands between Beenleigh and the Logan River estuary.

Alberton offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle within commuting reach of both Brisbane and the Gold Coast, making it appealing to those who want space and a country feel without straying far from urban services. The nearby Eagleby and Beenleigh centres provide shopping, dining, and schools, while the motorway network gives relatively easy access to both CBDs. The locality sits within a growth zone of the Gold Coast's northern fringe, with future residential development anticipated as infrastructure continues to expand in the region.

Alberton falls under postcode 4207 and is governed by the Gold Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Macalister electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4207
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gold Coast
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Macalister
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.73°, 153.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.20 km²
Population Density
34 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4207

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4207, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,677
Median 2023–24
$57,151
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,114

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4207; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beenleigh Station
13 km
N/A (drive)
Eagleby (bus interchange)
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Translink regional buses — Beenleigh / Logan ~20 min to Beenleigh

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
46 km
By Train
Drive to Beenleigh (~15 min), then ~45 min on Beenleigh Line to Roma Street
By Car (Peak)
55-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ M1 Pacific Motorway provides main road access; Beenleigh is the nearest train hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural-fringe locality; daily needs require driving to Beenleigh or Eagleby

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
547
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Gold Coast Local Government Area, which contains Alberton. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
550.5 / 100k
2yr Down 27.0% 10yr Down 27.2%
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.9% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
838.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 59.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.8 / 100k
2yr Down 16.5% 10yr Down 19.2%
Steal from vehicle
578 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Down 31.5%
View all offence categories for Gold Coast →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Alberton QLD located? +

Alberton is a locality in the City of Gold Coast local government area, approximately 13 kilometres east of Beenleigh and 45 kilometres south-east of Brisbane.

What is Alberton QLD known for? +

Alberton is known for its expansive sugarcane fields and semi-rural character on the northern fringe of the Gold Coast.

How do I get from Alberton QLD to Brisbane? +

The most practical route is to drive to Beenleigh (about 15 minutes) and catch the Beenleigh or Gold Coast train line to Brisbane CBD, a journey of approximately 45 minutes.

Is Alberton QLD a good place to buy property? +

Alberton offers affordable rural-fringe properties in the City of Gold Coast LGA. It is expected to see growth as the south-east Queensland corridor continues to expand.

What is the population of Alberton QLD? +

At the 2021 Census, Alberton (QLD) had a population of 547 residents.

Is Alberton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Alberton is part of the Gold Coast LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Alberton? +

Alberton had a population of 547 at the 2021 Census.