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Belgian Gardens, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Belgian Gardens is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,290. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,290 Population 8/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$32,583 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,583 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $797/mo rent

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About Belgian Gardens

Belgian Gardens

Belgian Gardens is an inner coastal suburb of Townsville in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Belgian Gardens had a population of 2,073 people.

People

Population2,290
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,583
Per Capita$32,583
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

B+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$797
Ownership56.7%
Housing Units916

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population2,290
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-19.2451°, 146.7946°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,583
Median Age40.0 years

About Belgian Gardens

Belgian Gardens is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,290. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Belgian Gardens has a population of 2,290 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,290
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
300.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Belgian Gardens vs Australia Average

The median household income in Belgian Gardens is $32,583, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,583 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $627, 56% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 218 business establishments.

Income: Belgian Gardens vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$32,583
57% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$32,583
Avg Weekly Wage$627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)218

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Belgian Gardens is $159,400, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 56.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 916 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.7%
Owner-Occupied56.7%
Renter-Occupied43.3%
Housing Units916

Property Tax

Climate in Belgian Gardens

Belgian Gardens has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.3°C), the coldest is Jul (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1080 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.3°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.9° 254.3
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.7° 325.7
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 23.5° / 31.3° 149.9
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 21.1° / 30.2° 53.9
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18° / 28.2° 25.9
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 15.3° / 26.2° 16.6
Jul 19.8°C / 68°F 14° / 25.7° 13.6
Aug 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 26.5° 19.9
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 17.9° / 28.4° 9.7
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 21.1° / 29.8° 24.1
Nov 27°C / 81°F 23.1° / 31° 60.5
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 24.5° / 31.9° 125.6
Belgian Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area300.7 sq mi (778.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-19.2451°N, 146.7946°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.2"
30% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 12.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 1, 2025.

Apr 16, 2011 Queensland, Australia M5.0 138 km
Aug 11, 2003 65 km ENE of Palm Island, Australia M4.8 96 km
Sep 17, 2011 44 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.3 138 km
Mar 1, 2025 0 km SE of Kelso, Australia M4.1 18 km
Apr 16, 2011 45 km NNW of Collinsville, Australia M4.0 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 4 195 km
2011 Yasi Category 4 167 km
2010 Ului Category 1 195 km
2009 Hamish Category 4 259 km
2006 Larry Category 4 194 km
1996 Celeste Category 1 143 km
1991 Joy Category 2 253 km
1989 Aivu Category 4 73 km
1986 Winifred Category 2 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
February 82°F (28°C) 13.0 in Warmest, Wettest
March 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
April 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Coldest
July 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 6.2 in

Belgian Gardens has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 68°F in June to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (13.0") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Belgian Gardens

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Belgian Gardens State School
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Radio Stations near Belgian Gardens

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple-M 102.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Rock Sports and Comedy 20220701 classic rock, comedy AAC 130 kbps
hit 103.1MHz FM Townsville QLD hitNETWORK Hits and Old Skool 20220701 local radio, news AAC 130 kbps
Big Hits Radio QLD Townsville North Queensland 20220701 ballad, classic rock MP3 320 kbps
Power100 100.7MHz FM Townsville QLD First in Local News and Music 20220701 classic rock, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 106.3MHz FM Townsville QLD Todays Best Music 20220701 classic rock, contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
4K1G 107.1FM TATSICM Indigenous Community Radio Townsville classic rock, comedy MP3 128 kbps
ABC Local Radio 630 North Queensland 20230609 local, news AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Belgian Gardens

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of North Queensland
History and Craft Centre
Museum of Tropical Queensland
RAAF Townsville Aviation Heritage Centre
The Maritime Museum of Townsville
Townsville Museum

Libraries in Belgian Gardens

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Citylibraries Aitkenvale0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Flinders Street0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Citylibraries Riverway0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0
Eddie Koiki Mabo Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Belgian Gardens

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Willows Rotary Markets

Restaurants in Belgian Gardens

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mariam's Thai Restaurant

Cafes in Belgian Gardens

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kite Cafe
Sirens Bayside

Theatres in Belgian Gardens

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crossed Boomerang Amphitheatre

Veterinaries in Belgian Gardens

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bayside Vet Clinic
Palmsvets Bayside

Gas Stations in Belgian Gardens

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1467533709
Shell

Gyms in Belgian Gardens

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MADE Fitness Studio

Breweries in Belgian Gardens

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tiny Mountain Brewery
Tiny Mountain Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Belgian Gardens

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Belgian Gardens

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Townsville Airport / RAAF Base TownsvilleTSVMedium Airport
Ace Aerodrome Starke FieldSmall Airport
Ayr AirportAYRSmall Airport
Bening Field AirportSmall Airport
Bluewater park AirstripSmall Airport
Donnington AirparkSmall Airport
Home Hill AerodromeSmall Airport
Ingham AirportIGHSmall Airport
Lavarack (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Palm Island AirportPMKSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Belgian Gardens

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eastbrooke Family Clinic Townsville

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 Belgian Gardens

What is the population of Belgian Gardens?

Belgian Gardens has a population of 2,290 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 300.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Belgian Gardens expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,583, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $159,400 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Belgian Gardens?

Belgian Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.

How is the job market in Belgian Gardens?

The job market in Belgian Gardens is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $627. There are 218 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Belgian Gardens?

The median home value in Belgian Gardens is $159,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $797. The homeownership rate is 56.7%.

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