Merrimac
QLD 4226 • Rest of QLD
About Merrimac
Merrimac is a well-established residential suburb in the Gold Coast hinterland, located approximately 8 kilometres west of Surfers Paradise and bounded by the Pacific Motorway to the west. Home to around 7,200 residents with a median age of 38, the suburb is culturally diverse with strong Australian, English, and New Zealand heritage. The suburb sits at a low elevation of just 4 metres and covers nearly 10 square kilometres of predominantly detached housing with pockets of new development.
Family life is central to Merrimac's character, with 42% of households being couple families with children. Residents enjoy proximity to major Gold Coast attractions while benefiting from quieter suburban living, with local parks, sports fields, and the nearby Carrara Markets providing everyday amenities. A new Merrimac train station is planned as part of the Cross River Rail project, which will significantly boost connectivity. The suburb appeals to families and professionals seeking affordable Gold Coast living with good access to both Brisbane and the coast.
Merrimac falls under postcode 4226 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mudgeeraba electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 740 — Nerang to Robina via Merrimac 15-20 min
- 750 — Broadbeach South to Robina Town Centre 25-30 min
- 745 — Nerang to Varsity Lakes 20-30 min
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ Pacific Motorway provides direct access; Nerang station is closest rail option until new Merrimac station opens
Some local shops and schools walkable; car needed for most errands, especially accessing train stations and major shopping
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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281 Scottsdale Drive
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Highfield Drive
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12 Centreline Place
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2 Boowaggan Road
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Investigator Drive
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Killarney Avenue
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Fairway Drive
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 532
- 2. England 304
- 3. Japan 119
- 4. South Africa 110
- 5. China 91
- 6. Philippines 70
- 7. India 50
- 8. Brazil 44
- 9. Hong Kong 43
- 10. Thailand 41
- 11. South Korea 38
- 12. Scotland 38
- 13. Germany 37
- 14. United States 33
- 15. Bosnia & Herzegovina 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)