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Coochin Creek

QLD 4519 • Queensland

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
74.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBushlandRuralNature ReserveQuiet
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About Coochin Creek

Coochin Creek is a small coastal locality at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast Region in south-east Queensland, bordered to the east by the Pumicestone Passage and Moreton Bay Marine Park. The locality covers approximately 74.5 square kilometres, much of which is protected as Beerburrum State Forest, Beerburrum East State Forest, and sections of Pumicestone National Park. With a population of just 76 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Coochin Creek is a quiet and largely natural locality where conservation land far outweighs residential development.

The Coochin Creek camping area, set on the banks of the creek amid open forest and woodland within Beerwah State Forest, is a popular destination for nature-lovers and campers from across the Sunshine Coast and greater Brisbane region. The locality faces the sheltered waters of Pumicestone Passage rather than the open ocean, and the waterway is prized for boating, fishing, and birdwatching as part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park. Nearby Beerwah and Landsborough provide the closest access to shops, schools, and services, while the Glass House Mountains are visible from much of the surrounding area.

Coochin Creek falls under postcode 4519 and is governed by the Sunshine Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Fisher, while state elections fall under the Glass House electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4519
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sunshine Coast
Federal Electorate
Fisher
State Electorate
Glass House
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.85°, 152.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
74.58 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4519

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4519, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,837
Median 2023–24
$54,245
▲ 23.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,859

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4519; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beerwah Station
7 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to locality — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Drive to Beerwah Station (~7 km), then train to Brisbane (~1.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
1-1.5 hours to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main road link; Beerwah is the nearest train station

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs; the locality is predominantly bushland with no local shops

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Sunshine Coast Local Government Area, which contains Coochin Creek. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coochin Creek known for? +

Coochin Creek is known for its natural setting bordering the Pumicestone Passage and Moreton Bay Marine Park, as well as the popular Coochin Creek camping area within Beerwah State Forest, which draws visitors for bushwalking, fishing, and birdwatching.

How far is Coochin Creek from Brisbane? +

Coochin Creek is approximately 80 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD. The drive typically takes between 1 and 1.5 hours off-peak via the Bruce Highway, or 1.5 to 2 hours during peak traffic.

Does Coochin Creek have public transport? +

There is no public bus service within Coochin Creek. The nearest train station is Beerwah, approximately 7 kilometres away, on the Sunshine Coast Line connecting to Brisbane. A private vehicle is needed to access the station and all local services.

What is the population of Coochin Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coochin Creek had a population of 76 residents. The locality is predominantly conservation land, so its residential population is very small.

Is Coochin Creek a good place to live? +

Coochin Creek is ideal for those who value living close to nature, with state forests, the Pumicestone Passage, and Glass House Mountains all on the doorstep. It is not suited to those needing walkable access to shops, schools, or public transport, as all services require a car trip to Beerwah or Landsborough.

What is the postcode for Coochin Creek? +

The postcode for Coochin Creek, QLD is 4519.

Is Coochin Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Coochin Creek 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.