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Deception Bay, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Deception Bay is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 19,539. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
19,539 Population 5/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$20,956 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$20,956 median income, 8.9% unemployment
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Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $915/mo rent

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About Deception Bay

Deception Bay

Deception Bay is a coastal suburb in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Deception Bay had a population of 19,573 people.

People

Population19,539
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,956
Per Capita$20,956
Unemployment8.9%

Housing

D
Home Value$183,000
Rent$915
Ownership60.1%
Housing Units7,816

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population19,539
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-27.1935°, 153.0263°
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$20,956
Median Age40.0 years

About Deception Bay

Deception Bay is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 19,539. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 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.

Deception Bay has a population of 19,539 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,539
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
3,684.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Deception Bay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Deception Bay is $20,956, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,956 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $403, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,856 business establishments.

Income: Deception Bay vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,956
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,956
Avg Weekly Wage$403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,856

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Deception Bay is $183,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,816 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.1%
Owner-Occupied60.1%
Renter-Occupied39.9%
Housing Units7,816

Property Tax

Climate in Deception Bay

Deception Bay has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.8°C), the coldest is Jul (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1074 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 29.2° 157.9
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 22.1° / 29° 144.8
Mar 24.4°C / 76°F 20.8° / 27.9° 135.5
Apr 21.9°C / 71°F 17.8° / 26° 77.4
May 19°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23.5° 45.4
Jun 16.8°C / 62°F 12.5° / 21.1° 95.5
Jul 15.8°C / 60°F 11° / 20.7° 32.4
Aug 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 22.5
Sep 19.2°C / 67°F 14.4° / 24° 31.3
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 17.1° / 25.7° 118.5
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 19.6° / 27.1° 99.7
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 21.1° / 28.4° 113.2
Deception Bay 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 43 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

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area3,684.9 sq mi (9,543.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-27.1935°N, 153.0263°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 7.09"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.46"

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 M4.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.8 in
February 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
March 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
April 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in Driest
October 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
December 76°F (24°C) 5.6 in

Deception Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.1") and September the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Deception Bay

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Christ the King Catholic Primary School
Deception Bay North State School
Deception Bay State School
Deception Bay Flexible Learning Centre
Kairos Community College
Moreton Downs State School
Deception Bay State High School
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Radio Stations near Deception Bay

20 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
Vision Christian Radio (MP3) christian music, conversation MP3 128 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
4zzz brisbane, independent MP3 128 kbps
ABC 612kHz AM Brisbane QLD Queensland Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
Vision180 christian music AAC+ 128 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR1) MP3 256 kbps
Stereo 10 Brisbane 80s, classic hits AAC+ 96 kbps
Vision Christian Radio MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Brisbane (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
SENQ sport, sports AAC 65 kbps
West Bremer Radio AAC+ 128 kbps
Systrum Sistum (SSR2) MP3 256 kbps
The Engineered Network education, news MP3

Museums in Deception Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre Qld
Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre
Brisbane Motor Museum
Brisbane Tramway Museum
Caboolture Historical Village
Enoggera & Districts Historical Society
Enoggera & Districts Historical Society
Fort Lytton Museum
Indian Motocycles Museum
Pine Rivers Heritage Museum
Redcliffe Museum
Samford Museum
Sandgate Museam
Scout Heritage Centre (Wheelhouse)
Seaside Museum
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith Memorial
Telstra Museum
Telstra Museum
The Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology
Visitor Information Centre

Libraries in Deception Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albany Creek Library0.0
Arana Hills Library0.0
Banyo Library0.0
Bracken Ridge Library and Ward Office0.0
Bribie Island Library0.0
Burpengary Library0.0
Caboolture Library0.0
Chermside Library0.0
Deception Bay Library0.0
Everton Park Library0.0
Grange Library0.0
Hamilton Library0.0
Hamilton Library0.0
Hillbrook Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Mitchelton Library0.0
Mitchelton Library0.0
North Lakes Library0.0
Nundah Library0.0
Redcliffe Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Sandgate Library0.0
St Eugene de Mazenod Resource Centre0.0
Strathpine Library0.0
Woodford Library0.0
Zillmere Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Deception Bay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Caboolture Country Markets
Caboolture Treasure Market
Dakabin Treasure Market
Deagon Flea Market
Lawnton Country Markets
Northey Street Organic Markets

Restaurants in Deception Bay

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dude & Duke
Indian Curry Place
Royal Sushi
Seagulls Chinese Takeaway
Super Bee Noodle Bar
Sushi Mate

Cafes in Deception Bay

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe
H Café
Mermaids by the Bay
Michel's Patisserie
Pappi's Cafe
Zarraffa's Coffee
Zesty Lemon Cafe

Dentists in Deception Bay

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Smiles Dental

Veterinaries in Deception Bay

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3451765884

Bus Stations in Deception Bay

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deception Bay bus station

Gas Stations in Deception Bay

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Coles Express
Liberty Oil
Mobil

Shopping Malls in Deception Bay

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Market Square Deception Bay

Gyms in Deception Bay

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #13765219
Mr Ninja HQ
Snap Fitness

Breweries in Deception Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Happy Valley Brewing Company
Happy Valley Brewing Company
Hodfellows
Hoppers

Stadiums & Teams in Deception Bay

TeamLeagueDivision
Ballymore

Airports Near Deception Bay

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brisbane International AirportBNELarge Airport
Sunshine Coast AirportMCYLarge Airport
RAAF Base AmberleyMedium Airport
Blenheim AirstripSmall Airport
Brisbane Archerfield AirportSmall Airport
Caboolture AirportSmall Airport
Caloundra AirportCUDSmall Airport
Churchable AirstripSmall Airport
Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private?Small Airport
CoominyaSmall Airport
Crowley Vale private airfieldSmall Airport
Donnybrook AirstripSmall Airport
Driftn-in AirstripSmall Airport
Dunwich AirportSRRSmall 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
Redcliffe AirportSmall Airport
Southport AirportSHQSmall Airport
Tangalooma AirportTANSmall Airport
Watts Bridge AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Deception Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Deception Bay LPO

Treatment Centers in Deception Bay

23 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Contro Wellness
Corrie Street Medical Clinic
Dermatology
Fortus Physiotherapist
Hearwell Now Hearing Clinic
Hyperbaric O2 Health
Jacana Centre for Acquired Brain Injured Rehabilitation and Residential Care - Brighton
Junction Road Family Practice
Junction Road Phisiotherapy
Lives Lived Well
Melanoma Scan Toombul
North Brisbane Sleep and Thoratic
Northside Gynaecology
Northside Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
Old Northern Road Medical Centre
Pain 2 Performance
QML Pathology
Queensland Pelvic Floor Centre
Queensland X Ray
Skin Cancer Clinic
Skin Revision
Sonic Health Plus
The Albion Health Suites

Churches & Religious Organizations in Deception Bay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Deception Bay Uniting Church

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 Deception Bay

What is the population of Deception Bay?

Deception Bay has a population of 19,539 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,684.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Deception Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,956, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $183,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Deception Bay?

Deception Bay 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 Deception Bay?

The job market in Deception Bay faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $403. There are 1,856 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Deception Bay?

The median home value in Deception Bay is $183,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $915. The homeownership rate is 60.1%.

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