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Redlynch

QLD 4870 • Rest of QLD

10,571
Population (2021)
$52,260
Median Income
25.38 km²
Area
18m
Elevation
TropicalNature AccessFamily-FriendlyFar North Queensland

About Redlynch

Redlynch is a suburb in the Cairns northern beaches corridor, 12 kilometres from the CBD. The suburb sits at the base of the rainforest-covered mountains, offering tropical living with nature access.

Tropical nature living defines Redlynch—rainforest backdrop, family-friendly estates, and proximity to beaches attract those seeking Cairns lifestyle. The suburb offers tropical family living.

Redlynch falls under postcode 4870 and is governed by Cairns Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barron River electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4870
Urban Area
Barron
LGA
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Barron River
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.92°, 145.70°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
25.38 km²
Elevation
18m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    7-15 Larsen Road Redlynch 4870 QLD
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Redlynch Connection And Larsen Road Redlynch 4870 QLD

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,728
Census 2021
10,571
▲ 8.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,136
Income 2021
$52,260
▲ 15.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,793
Born Overseas 2,385

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 462
  • 2. New Zealand 321
  • 3. India 234
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 174
  • 5. South Africa 145
  • 6. Japan 106
  • 7. Germany 68
  • 8. South Korea 68
  • 9. Philippines 62
  • 10. Scotland 48
  • 11. China 44
  • 12. United States 41
  • 13. Italy 38
  • 14. Ireland 34
  • 15. Sri Lanka 32

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,148
Australian 3,722
Irish 1,124
Scottish 1,074
Italian 607
German 600
Australian Aboriginal 358
Indian 301
Dutch 208
Chinese 158

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,507
Both parents born in Australia
2,925
Both parents born overseas
1,574
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.9%
Christianity
44.9%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
632 (6.0%)
5-14 years
1,966 (18.6%)
15-19 years
877 (8.3%)
20-24 years
468 (4.4%)
25-34 years
993 (9.4%)
35-44 years
1,760 (16.6%)
45-54 years
1,684 (15.9%)
55-64 years
1,119 (10.6%)
65-74 years
622 (5.9%)
75-84 years
304 (2.9%)
85+ years
141 (1.3%)

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