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Sunrise Beach

QLD 4567 • Rest of QLD

3,687
Population (2021)
$96,564
Median Household Income
2.49 km²
Area
$508/wk
Median Rent
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About Sunrise Beach

Sunrise Beach is a small coastal suburb in the Shire of Noosa, Queensland, situated 3.7 kilometres south-east of Noosa Heads and approximately 136 kilometres north of Brisbane. Covering just 2.4 square kilometres, the suburb had a population of 3,687 in the 2021 census and is positioned directly on the Coral Sea, making it one of the Noosa area's most coveted beachside addresses. The suburb is flanked by Noosa Heads to the north and west, and Castaways Beach to the south.

Sunrise Beach offers a pristine coastal lifestyle with direct beach access and a relaxed village atmosphere. The suburb attracts professionals, retirees, and families drawn to its beautiful surf beach, clean streets, and proximity to Noosa's world-class restaurants, boutiques, and national park. Properties here are tightly held and command premium prices given the limited housing stock and desirable location. Residents enjoy excellent walkability to the beach and parks, with Noosa Junction and Hastings Street within easy reach for shopping and dining.

Sunrise Beach falls under postcode 4567 and is governed by Noosa Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Noosa electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4567
Urban Area
Noosa
LGA / Council
Noosa
Federal Electorate
Wide Bay
State Electorate
Noosa
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.42°, 153.10°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
2.49 km²
Elevation
37m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$508
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.4%

34 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sunshine Coast Transit 620 — Noosa Heads / Noosaville / Noosa Junction 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
136 km
By Train
Bus to Noosa then Greyhound/TransLink to Nambour or Cooroy Station (~2.5 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Car recommended; no direct train. Sunshine Motorway (M1) provides fastest road route

Walkability Walkable

Beach, parks, and local shops easily walkable; Noosa Heads centre reachable by foot or short bus ride

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There are 9 parks and reserves in Sunrise Beach.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Noosa Local Government Area, which contains Sunrise Beach. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
212.7 / 100k
2yr Down 39.2% 10yr Down 34.1%
Motor vehicle theft
144.5 / 100k
2yr Down 34.1% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
360.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Up 63.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.6 / 100k
2yr Down 51.5% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
262.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 25.9%
View all offence categories for Noosa →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,415
Census 2021
3,687
▲ 8.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,152
Personal Income 2021
$43,732
▲ 24.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$43,732 / yr
$841/wk
Household
$96,564 / yr
$1857/wk
Family
$113,672 / yr
$2186/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,542
Born Overseas 972

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 267
  • 2. New Zealand 153
  • 3. South Africa 43
  • 4. United States 43
  • 5. Brazil 40
  • 6. Germany 40
  • 7. Scotland 31
  • 8. Canada 30
  • 9. France 30
  • 10. Philippines 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,666
Australian 1,100
Irish 504
Scottish 497
German 232
Italian 127
Dutch 84
French 60
New Zealander 59
Spanish 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,773
Both parents born in Australia
1,093
Both parents born overseas
633
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
53.6%
Christianity
37.4%
Buddhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
174 (4.7%)
5-14 years
481 (13.0%)
15-19 years
268 (7.3%)
20-24 years
141 (3.8%)
25-34 years
339 (9.2%)
35-44 years
492 (13.3%)
45-54 years
671 (18.2%)
55-64 years
530 (14.4%)
65-74 years
383 (10.4%)
75-84 years
167 (4.5%)
85+ years
40 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What beach is at Sunrise Beach QLD? +

Sunrise Beach has a beautiful surf beach directly on the Coral Sea, popular for swimming, surfing, and walking. It is patrolled by surf lifesavers during peak hours.

How far is Sunrise Beach from Noosa Heads? +

Sunrise Beach is approximately 3.7 kilometres south-east of Noosa Heads by road, about a 5-minute drive or a 20-minute walk along the beachfront.

Is Sunrise Beach expensive? +

Yes, Sunrise Beach is one of the more affluent suburbs in the Noosa Shire. Property prices are high due to its direct beach access, limited land availability, and proximity to Noosa's amenities.

What LGA is Sunrise Beach in? +

Sunrise Beach is located in the Shire of Noosa local government area, Queensland.

What is the population of Sunrise Beach? +

Sunrise Beach had a population of 3,687 residents according to the 2021 Australian Census.

What is the average income in Sunrise Beach? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Sunrise Beach is about $841 per week (around $43,700 per year). The median household income is $1,857 per week and the median family income is $2,186 per week.

What is the age profile of Sunrise Beach? +

The median age in Sunrise Beach is 44. The largest age group is 45–54 (671 residents, around 18%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Sunrise Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sunrise Beach is part of the Noosa 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.

How much is rent in Sunrise Beach? +

In Sunrise Beach, the median weekly rent is $508, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).