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Scarborough, Australia
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Scarborough is a small city in Queensland, Australia with a population of 8,605. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Scarborough
Scarborough is a coastal suburb on the Redcliffe Peninsula in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Scarborough had a population of 9,178 people.
People
Economy
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| Population | 8,605 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.2012°, 153.1094° |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Queensland |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.4 inches (898 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,066 |
| Median Age | 53.0 years |
About Scarborough
Scarborough is a small city in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 8,605. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Scarborough vs Australia Average
Income: Scarborough vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,066 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,066 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $463 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 817 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,200 |
| 30% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $986 |
| 15% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.3% |
| Housing Units | 3,442 |
Property Tax
Climate in Scarborough
Scarborough 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 3,684.9 sq mi (9,543.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.2012°N, 153.1094°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Scarborough 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").
Schools in Scarborough
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Trade College North Brisbane | — | — | — | — |
| Southern Cross Catholic College (Scarborough Primary Campus) | — | — | — | — |
| Southern Cross Catholic College (Scarborough Secondary Campus) | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Scarborough
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 Scarborough
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 Scarborough
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Creek Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Arana Hills Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashgrove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Banyo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bracken Ridge Library and Ward Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Bribie Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burpengary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caboolture Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chermside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deception Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Everton Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grange Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillbrook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitchelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitchelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Lakes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nundah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redcliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Eugene de Mazenod Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Strathpine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wynnum Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zillmere Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Scarborough
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caboolture Country Markets | |||||
| Caboolture Treasure Market | |||||
| Dakabin Treasure Market | |||||
| Deagon Flea Market | |||||
| Eat Street Markets | |||||
| Lawnton Country Markets | |||||
| Northey Street Organic Markets |
Restaurants in Scarborough
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Scarborough
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Scarborough
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewdog | ||||
| Happy Valley Brewing Company | ||||
| Happy Valley Brewing Company | ||||
| Hodfellows | ||||
| Hoppers |
Stadiums & Teams in Scarborough
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymore |
Airports Near Scarborough
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | Large Airport |
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | Large Airport |
| RAAF Base Amberley | — | Medium Airport |
| Brisbane Archerfield Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caboolture Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caloundra Airport | CUD | Small Airport |
| Churchable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cooeeimbardi airstrip Private? | — | Small Airport |
| Coominya | — | Small Airport |
| Crowley Vale private airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Donnybrook Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Driftn-in Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunwich Airport | SRR | Small Airport |
| Hazelton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Heck Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilcoy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kooringal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Landsborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Logan Reserve Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mccarons private strip | — | Small Airport |
| mount archer | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Walker airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southport Airport | SHQ | Small Airport |
| Tangalooma Airport | TAN | Small Airport |
| Watts Bridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Scarborough
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Scarborough LPO |
Treatment Centers in Scarborough
24 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bowen Hills Medical Centre | ||
| 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 |
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What is the population of Scarborough?
Scarborough has a population of 8,605 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 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Scarborough expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,066, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Scarborough?
Scarborough 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 Scarborough?
The unemployment rate in Scarborough is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $463. There are 817 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Scarborough?
The median home value in Scarborough is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 68.7%.