Edge Hill, Australia
Queensland · Australia
Edge Hill is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 4,088. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Edge Hill
Edge Hill is an inner suburb of the city of Cairns in Far North Queensland, Australia located approximately four kilometres north west of the city centre. In the 2021 census, Edge Hill had a population of 4,088 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,088 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.9000°, 145.7500° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.8 inches (2,358 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Edge Hill
Edge Hill is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 4,088. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 304.7 sq mi (789.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9000°S, 145.7500°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 20.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 18.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
Edge Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in June to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (20.5") and July the driest (1.3").
Schools in Edge Hill
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edge Hill State School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Edge Hill
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC 801kHz AM Cairns QLD Far North Queensland Local Radio 20220701 | community, contemporary | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 4CA 846 AM CAIRNS ONLINE | cairns, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Edge Hill
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Art Gallery | ||||
| Cairns Museum | ||||
| The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum |
Libraries in Edge Hill
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earlville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmonton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gordonvale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| James Cook University library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kuranda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manunda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Smithfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stratford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yarrabah Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Edge Hill
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuranda Heritage Market | |||||
| Kuranda Markets | |||||
| Rusty's Markets |
Restaurants in Edge Hill
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Edge Hill
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Edge Hill
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Edge Hill
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Edge Hill
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Cruise Line Terminal | ||||
| FNQ Homebrew |
Stadiums & Teams in Edge Hill
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Edge Hill
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairns International Airport | CNS | Large Airport |
| Mareeba Airport | MRG | Medium Airport |
| Atherton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimbulah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herberton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Innisfail Airport | IFL | Small Airport |
| Koah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mont Albion Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yalkulka Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Edge Hill
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lives Lived Well | ||
| Spinal Life Healthy Living Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Edge Hill
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lakes Church | |
| The Good Shepherd Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Edge Hill?
Edge Hill has a population of 4,088 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Edge Hill?
Edge Hill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 92.8 inches.
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