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Bentley Park

QLD 4869 • Rest of QLD

8,360
Population (2021)
$95,212
Median Household Income
6.86 km²
Area
$385/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbAffordableFamily-FriendlyTropical LivingNew Estates

About Bentley Park

Bentley Park is a growing residential suburb in Cairns' southern corridor, located 9 kilometres from the city centre within the Cairns Regional Council. With a population of 8,360, it's one of the region's newer suburbs, developed primarily from the 2000s onward on former farmland. The suburb offers affordable family housing with a tropical North Queensland lifestyle.

Life in Bentley Park is centred on young families enjoying spacious modern homes at accessible prices. Local shopping meets daily needs, while the Edmonton Town Centre nearby provides more comprehensive retail. The suburb offers easy access to the Bruce Highway for commuting and weekend trips to the Atherton Tablelands or reef. Bentley Park attracts first-home buyers and families seeking value in a growing community with proximity to Cairns' employment and amenities.

Bentley Park falls under postcode 4869 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mulgrave electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4869
Urban Area
Edmonton
LGA / Council
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Mulgrave
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.01°, 145.72°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
6.86 km²
Elevation
43m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.1%

93 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 140,150 — Cairns City via Bruce Highway 20-30 min
  • 142,150E — Edmonton / Gordonvale 10-15 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
9 km
By Bus
20-30 min (every 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Sunbus operates regular services to Cairns City. No rail in Cairns region.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local shops available but car essential for most activities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,489.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.8% 10yr Up 19.6%
Motor vehicle theft
602.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.9%
Non-FV assault
2,214 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 207.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
53.6 / 100k
2yr Down 36.0% 10yr Up 49.4%
Steal from vehicle
529.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.5%
View all offence categories for Cairns →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,018
Census 2021
8,360
▲ 4.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,024
Personal Income 2021
$42,692
▲ 15.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$42,692 / yr
$821/wk
Household
$95,212 / yr
$1831/wk
Family
$101,296 / yr
$1948/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,404
Born Overseas 1,395

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 231
  • 2. England 179
  • 3. Philippines 142
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 104
  • 5. Thailand 71
  • 6. Japan 48
  • 7. India 37
  • 8. United States 35
  • 9. South Africa 30
  • 10. Italy 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,851
English 2,617
Australian Aboriginal 988
Irish 726
Scottish 685
German 417
Italian 417
Filipino 220
New Zealander 128
Dutch 113

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,750
Both parents born in Australia
1,862
Both parents born overseas
1,109
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.0%
No Religion
42.5%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
635 (7.6%)
5-14 years
1,521 (18.2%)
15-19 years
638 (7.6%)
20-24 years
500 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,232 (14.7%)
35-44 years
1,231 (14.7%)
45-54 years
1,067 (12.8%)
55-64 years
777 (9.3%)
65-74 years
482 (5.8%)
75-84 years
237 (2.8%)
85+ years
28 (0.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bentley Park known for? +

Bentley Park is known as one of Cairns's fastest-growing residential suburbs, with modern housing estates offering affordable family homes. The suburb has good community facilities and is popular with families and first-home buyers in Far North Queensland.

How far is Bentley Park from Cairns CBD? +

Bentley Park is approximately 15-20 kilometres south of Cairns CBD, with a drive time of around 20-30 minutes.

Does Bentley Park have public transport? +

Bentley Park is served by Cairns Transit bus routes connecting to Cairns CBD and other southern suburbs. A car is recommended for everyday convenience.

What is the population of Bentley Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bentley Park has a population of approximately 8,360 residents within the Cairns Regional Council local government area, with significant growth ongoing.

Is Bentley Park a good place to live? +

Bentley Park is a great choice for families seeking affordable modern housing in Cairns with access to the tropical lifestyle of Far North Queensland. Its growth trajectory means improving amenities and community facilities over time.

What is the postcode for Bentley Park? +

The postcode for Bentley Park is 4869.

What is the average income in Bentley Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bentley Park is about $821 per week (around $42,700 per year). The median household income is $1,831 per week and the median family income is $1,948 per week.

What is the age profile of Bentley Park? +

The median age in Bentley Park is 32. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,521 residents, around 18%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 9% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bentley Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bentley Park is part of the Cairns 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.

How much is rent in Bentley Park? +

In Bentley Park, the median weekly rent is $385, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).