Sandstone Point

QLD 4511 • Greater Brisbane

4,094
Population (2021)
$26,520
Median Income
5.42 km²
Area
15m
Elevation
BaysideRetirement-FriendlyAffordableRelaxed Living

About Sandstone Point

Sandstone Point is a relaxed bayside suburb in the Moreton Bay region of Queensland, located approximately 65 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD near the gateway to Bribie Island. With a population of around 4,094, the suburb covers 5.3 square kilometres and is characterised by a peaceful, semi-rural atmosphere. The predominant age group is 70-79 years, with retirees making up a significant portion of the community, though affordability is increasingly attracting younger families.

The suburb is best known for the Sandstone Point Hotel, one of Queensland's largest and most popular waterfront venues, offering live music, dining, and stunning bay views. Residents enjoy 15 parks, proximity to Pumicestone Passage for fishing and boating, and easy access to Bribie Island's beaches. Sandstone Point attracts retirees seeking an affordable bayside lifestyle, families who value the quiet community atmosphere, and weekenders drawn by the relaxed pace and natural surroundings.

Sandstone Point falls under postcode 4511 and is governed by Moreton Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pumicestone electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4511
Urban Area
Caboolture
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.07°, 153.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Brisbane
Area
5.42 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Caboolture
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 640 — Caboolture Station to Woorim (Bribie Island) 26 min to Caboolture
  • 643 — Caboolture Station via Sandstone Point 25-30 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
65 km
By Train
1h 20min (bus to Caboolture then train to CBD)
By Bus
1h 24min (Route 640 + train from Caboolture)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min

🛣️ Bus 640/643 connects hourly to Caboolture Station for frequent trains to Brisbane. Car is the primary transport mode for most residents.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Low-density residential area with limited footpaths; car essential for shopping, services, and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,560
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
62 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,959
Census 2021
4,094
3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,544
Income 2021
$26,520
8.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,042
Born Overseas 879

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 343
  • 2. New Zealand 201
  • 3. Germany 38
  • 4. Scotland 33
  • 5. South Africa 26
  • 6. Netherlands 22
  • 7. Philippines 22
  • 8. Ireland 16
  • 9. United States 14
  • 10. India 9
  • 11. Poland 9
  • 12. Vietnam 9
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 8
  • 14. Canada 6
  • 15. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,032
Australian 1,389
Irish 574
Scottish 515
German 311
Australian Aboriginal 119
Italian 65
Dutch 55
Maori 39
New Zealander 39

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,412
Both parents born in Australia
1,000
Both parents born overseas
500
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.0%
No Religion
37.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
112 (2.7%)
5-14 years
353 (8.6%)
15-19 years
162 (4.0%)
20-24 years
115 (2.8%)
25-34 years
185 (4.5%)
35-44 years
284 (6.9%)
45-54 years
440 (10.7%)
55-64 years
527 (12.9%)
65-74 years
1,062 (25.9%)
75-84 years
715 (17.5%)
85+ years
144 (3.5%)

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