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Buddina

QLD 4575 • Rest of QLD

4,236
Population (2021)
$89,492
Median Household Income
1.97 km²
Area
$440/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyBeachsideScenicSurf

About Buddina

Buddina is a coastal suburb on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, located approximately 100 kilometres north of Brisbane between Mooloolaba and Kawana Waters. With a population of around 4,200 and a median age of 43, it offers a balanced mix of families, professionals, and retirees. The suburb is predominantly Anglo-Australian with English, Australian, Irish, and Scottish ancestry, along with a notable New Zealand-born community. Buddina sits on Point Cartwright, one of the Sunshine Coast's most scenic headlands.

Buddina is best known for Point Cartwright and the adjacent La Balsa Park, offering panoramic ocean views, whale watching, and coastal walking trails. The suburb has excellent amenities including Kawana Shoppingworld (within walking distance), Woolworths on Point Cartwright Drive, quality schools, and direct beach access. The surf breaks at Buddina Beach and Point Cartwright are popular with local surfers. Residents enjoy a laid-back coastal lifestyle with cafes, parks, and the Kawana Surf Club nearby. Families and sea-changers are attracted by the combination of beachside living and modern conveniences.

Buddina falls under postcode 4575 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kawana electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4575
Urban Area
Caloundra
LGA / Council
Sunshine Coast
Federal Electorate
Fisher
State Electorate
Kawana
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.69°, 153.13°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
1.97 km²
Elevation
5m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

51 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beerwah
25 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • 615 — Mooloolaba to Caloundra via Kawana 20 mins
  • 620 — Noosa Heads to Caloundra express 45 mins to Noosa

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
2 hours (bus to Beerwah or Landsborough, then train)
By Bus
2+ hours (Sunshine Coast express services)
By Car (Peak)
1 hour 30 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hour 15 mins

🛣️ Direct Sunshine Coast line trains from nearby Beerwah/Landsborough stations. Local bus network connects coastal suburbs. Future Direct Sunshine Coast Rail line will improve rail access.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good walkability to beach, shops at Point Cartwright Drive, and Kawana Shoppingworld; coastal paths connect to Mooloolaba

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    119 Point Cartwright Drive Buddina 4575 QLD

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Down 17.9% 10yr Down 30.4%
Motor vehicle theft
167.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 28.8%
Non-FV assault
473.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 152.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.8 / 100k
2yr Down 20.0% 10yr Up 12.7%
Steal from vehicle
314.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.3% 10yr Down 26.9%
View all offence categories for Sunshine Coast →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,885
Census 2021
4,236
▲ 9.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,360
Personal Income 2021
$44,616
▲ 26.2% 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
$44,616 / yr
$858/wk
Household
$89,492 / yr
$1721/wk
Family
$112,060 / yr
$2155/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,159
Born Overseas 745

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 174
  • 2. England 159
  • 3. South Africa 42
  • 4. Philippines 29
  • 5. United States 27
  • 6. Canada 26
  • 7. India 20
  • 8. Germany 17
  • 9. Italy 15
  • 10. Brazil 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,860
Australian 1,468
Scottish 557
Irish 536
German 233
Italian 132
Australian Aboriginal 82
New Zealander 60
Dutch 58
Polish 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,454
Both parents born in Australia
893
Both parents born overseas
545
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.9%
Christianity
41.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
197 (4.7%)
5-14 years
500 (11.8%)
15-19 years
225 (5.3%)
20-24 years
221 (5.2%)
25-34 years
538 (12.7%)
35-44 years
535 (12.6%)
45-54 years
576 (13.6%)
55-64 years
571 (13.5%)
65-74 years
486 (11.5%)
75-84 years
291 (6.9%)
85+ years
101 (2.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buddina known for? +

Buddina is best known for Point Cartwright and La Balsa Park, offering panoramic ocean views, whale watching in season, and coastal walking trails. The suburb has a strong surf culture and is close to multiple patrolled beaches and Kawana Shoppingworld.

How far is Buddina from Brisbane? +

Buddina is approximately 100 kilometres north of Brisbane on the Sunshine Coast, a drive of about an hour and a quarter via the Bruce Highway.

Does Buddina have public transport? +

Buddina is served by Sunshine Coast bus routes connecting to Kawana and Maroochydore. The Sunshine Coast Direct train service provides connections to Brisbane via Nambour. A car remains useful for local travel.

What is the population of Buddina? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 4,236 residents in Buddina, a well-established coastal suburb in the Sunshine Coast Regional Council area.

Is Buddina a good place to live? +

Buddina is an excellent choice for beach lovers and coastal lifestyle seekers on the Sunshine Coast. It offers a family-friendly environment with excellent amenities, beach access, and a relaxed surf culture.

What is the postcode for Buddina? +

The postcode for Buddina is 4575, covering the Kawana Waters area of the Sunshine Coast.

What is the average income in Buddina? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Buddina is about $858 per week (around $44,600 per year). The median household income is $1,721 per week and the median family income is $2,155 per week.

What is the age profile of Buddina? +

The median age in Buddina is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (576 residents, around 14%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Buddina a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Buddina is part of the Sunshine 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.

How much is rent in Buddina? +

In Buddina, the median weekly rent is $440, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).