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Banksia Beach, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Banksia Beach is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 5,915. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,915 Population 2/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$19,874 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$19,874 median income, 5.0% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$247,800 home value, $1,239/mo rent

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About Banksia Beach

Banksia Beach

Banksia Beach is a town and suburb on Bribie Island in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the suburb of Banksia Beach had a population of 7,180 people.

People

Population5,915
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,874
Per Capita$19,874
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$247,800
Rent$1,239
Ownership85.8%
Housing Units2,366

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population5,915
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-27.0403°, 153.1439°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,874
Median Age59.0 years

About Banksia Beach

Banksia Beach is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 5,915. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Banksia Beach has a population of 5,915 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,915
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above Australia avg
3,684.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Banksia Beach vs Australia Average

The median household income in Banksia Beach is $19,874, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,874 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $382, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 562 business establishments.

Income: Banksia Beach vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,874
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,874
Avg Weekly Wage$382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)562

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Banksia Beach is $247,800, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 85.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,366 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,800
12% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.8%
Owner-Occupied85.8%
Renter-Occupied14.2%
Housing Units2,366

Property Tax

Climate in Banksia Beach

Banksia Beach has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.1°C), the coldest is Jul (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1404 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 19.8° / 30.4° 188.6
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 19.9° / 29.6° 258.5
Mar 23.7°C / 75°F 18.7° / 28.7° 178.0
Apr 21.2°C / 70°F 15.8° / 26.5° 101.2
May 18.2°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24° 119.3
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 10.9° / 21.6° 80.4
Jul 15.6°C / 60°F 9.2° / 21.9° 39.6
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 9.3° / 23.5° 46.0
Sep 19°C / 66°F 11.9° / 26° 49.8
Oct 21°C / 70°F 14.3° / 27.6° 92.8
Nov 22.6°C / 73°F 16.3° / 28.8° 93.7
Dec 24.4°C / 76°F 18.7° / 30.1° 155.9
Banksia Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area3,684.9 sq mi (9,543.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-27.0403°N, 153.1439°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.05"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2025 12 km ESE of Cherbourg, Australia M4.9 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 6.7 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
April 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Driest
October 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in

Banksia Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and September the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Banksia Beach

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Banksia Beach State School
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Radio Stations near Banksia Beach

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Brisbane classic rock, modern rock AAC 130 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
B105 105.3 Brisbane adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
ABC Triple J Queensland 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 238 kbps
Zinc 96.1 adult contemporary, commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
4RPH Reading Radio reading, spoken word AAC 40 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
B105 105.3MHz FM Brisbane QLD Hits from Then to Now - 20230614 adult contemporary, hot adult contemporary AAC 130 kbps
ABC 612kHz AM Brisbane QLD Queensland Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
Sunshine FM 104.9 MP3 128 kbps
Hot 91.1 commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
4zzz brisbane, independent MP3 128 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR1) MP3 256 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR2) MP3 256 kbps
The Engineered Network education, news MP3
Stereo 10 Brisbane 80s, classic hits AAC+ 96 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
SENQ sport, sports AAC 65 kbps

Museums in Banksia Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre Qld
Caboolture Historical Village
Landsborough Shire's Historical Museum
Pine Rivers Heritage Museum
Queensland Air Museum
Redcliffe Museum
Seaside Museum
The Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology

Libraries in Banksia Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beerwah Library0.0
Bribie Island Library0.0
Burpengary Library0.0
Caboolture Library0.0
Caloundra Library0.0
Deception Bay Library0.0
North Lakes Library0.0
Redcliffe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Banksia Beach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Caboolture Country Markets
Caboolture Treasure Market
Dakabin Treasure Market
Lawnton Country Markets

Restaurants in Banksia Beach

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Harbour Golf Club

Shopping Malls in Banksia Beach

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bribie Harbour Shopping Village

Golf Courses in Banksia Beach

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Harbour Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Banksia Beach

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Airports Near Banksia Beach

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Caboolture AirportSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private?Small Airport
CoominyaSmall Airport
Donnybrook AirstripSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall Airport
Greenfield (Cootharaba) AirfieldSmall Airport
Hazelton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Heck Field AirportSmall Airport
Kilcoy AirfieldSmall Airport
Kooringal AirstripSmall Airport
Landsborough AirportSmall Airport
Logan Reserve AirportSmall Airport
Mccarons private stripSmall Airport
mount archerSmall Airport
Mount Walker airstripSmall Airport
Noosa AirportNSVSmall Airport
Redcliffe AirportSmall Airport
Tangalooma AirportTANSmall Airport
Tinbeerwah Airstrip (private)Small Airport
Watts Bridge AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Banksia Beach

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
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UFO Sightings
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Banksia Beach

What is the population of Banksia Beach?

Banksia Beach has a population of 5,915 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Banksia Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,874, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $247,800 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Banksia Beach?

Banksia Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.

How is the job market in Banksia Beach?

The unemployment rate in Banksia Beach is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $382. There are 562 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Banksia Beach?

The median home value in Banksia Beach is $247,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 85.8%.

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