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Yatala

QLD 4207 • Rest of QLD

1,405
Population (2021)
$130,312
Median Household Income
14.05 km²
Area
$495/wk
Median Rent
IndustrialSemi-RuralCommuter BeltMid-Range

About Yatala

Yatala is a large industrial and semi-rural suburb in South East Queensland, positioned in the growth corridor between Brisbane and the Gold Coast within the Gold Coast City Council area. Covering more than 14 square kilometres, the suburb has a population of approximately 1,405 and is characterised by a mix of industrial estates, logistics businesses, and scattered residential pockets. Sitting at an elevation of 30 metres and straddling the Pacific Motorway (M1), Yatala enjoys exceptional connectivity between Queensland's two largest urban centres.

Yatala is perhaps best known to Queenslanders as the home of the iconic Yatala Pie Shop — a beloved roadside institution that has been serving hot pies to travellers for generations — and the Yatala Drive-In Theatre, Australia's oldest continuously operating drive-in cinema. Enterprise Park, the suburb's main industrial precinct, hosts a wide range of manufacturing, warehousing, and trade businesses. While not a traditional residential suburb, those who live in Yatala value the open space, easy freeway access, and the convenience of sitting roughly equidistant between Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast.

Yatala falls under postcode 4207 and is governed by Gold Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coomera electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4207
Urban Area
Gold Coast
LGA / Council
Gold Coast
Federal Electorate
Forde
State Electorate
Coomera
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.75°, 153.22°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
14.05 km²
Elevation
30m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$495
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ormeau
4.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Beenleigh / Ormeau Station 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
~60-75 min from Ormeau Station to Brisbane Central via Gold Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
45-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) provides direct access; Gold Coast CBD approx 30-40 min by car

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Yatala is dominated by industrial land use; a car is essential for all daily needs and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
550.5 / 100k
2yr Down 27.0% 10yr Down 27.2%
Motor vehicle theft
337.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.9% 10yr Stable
Non-FV assault
838.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 59.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.8 / 100k
2yr Down 16.5% 10yr Down 19.2%
Steal from vehicle
578 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Down 31.5%
View all offence categories for Gold Coast →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,312
Census 2021
1,405
▲ 7.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,064
Personal Income 2021
$40,924
▲ 7.5% 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
$40,924 / yr
$787/wk
Household
$130,312 / yr
$2506/wk
Family
$123,136 / yr
$2368/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,077
Born Overseas 265

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 72
  • 2. England 63
  • 3. South Africa 23
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Papua New Guinea 7
  • 6. Germany 6
  • 7. Netherlands 5
  • 8. Philippines 5
  • 9. United States 5
  • 10. Turkey 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 590
Australian 531
Scottish 144
Irish 143
German 97
Maori 47
Italian 36
Dutch 33
New Zealander 26
Australian Aboriginal 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

780
Both parents born in Australia
338
Both parents born overseas
212
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.4%
Christianity
44.3%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.3%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
55 (3.9%)
5-14 years
199 (14.2%)
15-19 years
124 (8.8%)
20-24 years
89 (6.3%)
25-34 years
112 (8.0%)
35-44 years
147 (10.5%)
45-54 years
252 (17.9%)
55-64 years
231 (16.4%)
65-74 years
136 (9.7%)
75-84 years
55 (3.9%)
85+ years
4 (0.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yatala known for? +

Yatala is best known for the famous Yatala Pie Shop — a Queensland institution serving travellers on the Pacific Motorway for decades — and the Yatala Drive-In Theatre, Australia's oldest continuously operating drive-in cinema. The suburb is also a major industrial and logistics hub in South East Queensland.

How far is Yatala from Brisbane CBD? +

Yatala is approximately 45 kilometres south of the Brisbane CBD, typically a 45–70 minute drive via the Pacific Motorway (M1) during peak hours, or around 60–75 minutes by train from nearby Ormeau Station.

Does Yatala have public transport? +

Yatala has limited local bus services connecting to Ormeau Station on the Gold Coast rail line, approximately 4.5 kilometres away. A car is the most practical way to get around, given the suburb's industrial and semi-rural character.

What is the population of Yatala? +

According to the 2021 Census, Yatala has a population of approximately 1,405 residents spread across a large 14 square kilometre area, reflecting its mostly industrial and semi-rural land use.

Is Yatala a good place to live? +

Yatala suits those who work locally in the industrial precinct or value the open space and easy freeway access between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It lacks the amenities of traditional residential suburbs, but offers affordability and convenience for commuters and trade workers.

What is the postcode for Yatala? +

The postcode for Yatala in Queensland is 4207.

What is the average income in Yatala? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Yatala is about $787 per week (around $40,900 per year). The median household income is $2,506 per week and the median family income is $2,368 per week.

What is the age profile of Yatala? +

The median age in Yatala is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (252 residents, around 18%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Yatala a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Yatala is part of the Gold Coast 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 Yatala? +

In Yatala, the median weekly rent is $495, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,200 (2021 Census).