Mount Coolum
QLD 4573 • Rest of QLD
About Mount Coolum
Mount Coolum is a coastal suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, 115 kilometres north of Brisbane and 17 kilometres north of Maroochydore. Named after the distinctive 207-metre volcanic dome at its centre, the suburb is home to approximately 4,500 residents. The mountain, protected within Mount Coolum National Park, is a popular hiking destination offering panoramic coastal views.
The suburb offers a relaxed beach lifestyle with direct access to sandy beaches along the Coral Sea. The Sunshine Motorway provides easy access to Maroochydore and Brisbane, while nearby Coolum Beach offers cafes, restaurants, and surf culture. Mount Coolum attracts families, retirees, and sea-changers seeking quality coastal living. The area combines natural beauty with convenient access to the Sunshine Coast's amenities, schools, and the expanding Sunshine Coast Airport.
Mount Coolum falls under postcode 4573 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroochydore electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Sunbus routes — Coolum Beach, Maroochydore, Nambour 20-30 mins to Maroochydore
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ Most residents work locally or in Maroochydore (17km). Sunshine Coast Airport 15km south.
Beach and hiking trails accessible on foot. Shopping requires car for most residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Arcoona Road and Yandina-Coolum Road
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Havana Road East
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School Road
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41 Old Emu Mountain Road
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191 The Avenue
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40 Peregian Springs 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. England 264
- 2. New Zealand 148
- 3. South Africa 60
- 4. Canada 39
- 5. Germany 30
- 6. Scotland 30
- 7. United States 23
- 8. Papua New Guinea 15
- 9. India 13
- 10. Brazil 12
- 11. Wales 11
- 12. Zimbabwe 10
- 13. Greece 9
- 14. Indonesia 9
- 15. Ireland 9
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)