Are you dreaming of making the Gold Coast your family's new home? We understand that finding the perfect place for your family, with excellent schools in the vicinity, is a top priority. That's why we've compiled a list of the top 5 family-friendly suburbs on the Gold Coast
Top 5 family-friendly suburbs on the Gold Coast, where safety, excellent schools, and abundant space take centre stage.
Top 5 most family friendly suburbs on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast hinterland suburbs stand out as some of the most sought-after family-friendly suburbs on the Gold Coast, surpassing even the well-known beachside counterparts in their appeal to families with school-age children. Families gravitate towards these suburbs for their abundance of fellow families, spacious surroundings with mostly free-standing homes, and a substantial number of owner-occupied residences for a sense of stability. Moreover, the low crime rates and access to quality schools make these suburbs a preferred choice for families.
1. Currumbin Valley & Tallebudgera
Nature's Paradise with Top-Performing Schools
Tucked away in the Southern Gold Coast, behind Currumbin Waters and Elanora, lies the idyllic Currumbin Valley & Tallebudgera area. It's a rural haven bounded by the NSW border to the south. Here's why it's perfect for families:
Family-Friendly Environment: With 52% of households being families and 85% of homes being free-standing, Currumbin Valley & Tallebudgera offer a welcoming atmosphere for families.
Top-Performing Schools: Tallebudgera State School, Currumbin Valley State School, and St. Andrews Lutheran College are top performers in the area, ensuring an excellent education for your children.
Homeowners' Haven: A remarkable 96% are free-standing homes and 83% of residents are owner-occupiers, ensuring a stable and invested community.
Safety First: Enjoy peace of mind with a low crime rate of 15.8
Socio-Economic Advantage: This area scores an impressive 1,054.9 on the socio-economic advantage scale.
2. Reedy Creek
A Hidden Gem with Lots of School Options
Nestled west of the M1, just south of Mudgeeraba and north of Tallebudgera, Reedy Creek offers a charming family-friendly vibe:
Thriving Families: Boasting 57% of family households, this area is perfect for raising kids.
Lots of School Options: Families are spoiled for choice with schools like Hillcrest Christian College, King's Christian College, and Gold Coast Christian College.
Home Sweet Home: A stable suburb with 71% free-standing homes and a 77% owner-occupier rate.
Safety Matters: With a low crime rate of 19.3, your family's safety is a top priority.
Socio-Economic Success: The socio-economic advantage score is an impressive 1060.5.
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3. Mudgeeraba & Bonogin
The Best of Both Worlds with a Top-Scoring School
Located at the foot of the Gold Coast Hinterland, yet only a 25min drive from the Gold Coast beaches, this area offers the perfect blend of bushland and coastal living:
Family-Centric: With 52% family households, this suburb is designed for family living.
Consistently Top-Scoring School: Somerset College consistently ranks among the best schools on the Gold Coast.
A Homeowner's Dream: 81% of homes are free-standing, and 76% are owner-occupied.
Safe and Secure: Experience a low crime rate of 28.7, ensuring your family's safety.
Thriving Community: The socio-economic advantage score is 1035.6.
4. Wongawallan & Upper Coomera
A Rural Embrace with Excellent Schools
Wongawallan is at the gateway to Tamborine Mountain and the beautiful Scenic Rim, it offers a more rural feel where you're surrounded by natural beauty while Upper Coomera is popular among families due to its affordability and its proximity to the theme parks:
Family Paradise: An impressive 62% of households are families, creating a family-centric atmosphere.
Great Schools: Saint Stephen's College and Coomera Anglican College provide top-notch education for your children.
Homes with Heart: Enjoy the charm of 97% free-standing homes and stability with a 75% owner-occupier rate.
Peace and Tranquility: While you're surrounded by nature, the crime rate remains low at 17.4.
Prosperous Community: The socio-economic advantage score is 1043.3.
5. Worongary & Tallai
A Hidden Gem with Family Appeal
Nestled to the west of the M1, and situated just north of Mudgeeraba, you'll find Worongary and Tallai. This area boasts large properties surrounded by beautiful green landscapes with stunning Gold Coast views while being only a 25-min drive away from the hustle & bustle of Surfers Paradise:
Family-Centric Atmosphere: Over 53% of households in Worongary and Tallai are families
Schools Nearby: While the area itself doesn't offer many schooling options, two of the best Gold Coast schools are located nearby All Saints Anglican School in Merrimac and Somerset College in Mudgeeraba
Stability Through Ownership: A remarkable 93.7% of homes are free-standing and 84% of residents are owner-occupiers
Safety First: While the crime rate remains low at 41%, you can enjoy peace of mind
Socio-Economic Advantage: The socio-economic advantage score for the area is 1,044.0
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Sources & Disclaimer:
Data for this article has been extracted from the Australian Bureau of Statistics based on the 2021 census information.
We have in preparing this information used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained herein is true and accurate but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements that may occur.
SEIFA Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage summarizes information about the economic and social conditions of people and households within an area, including both relative advantage and disadvantage measures. This score is standardised against a mean of 1000 with a standard deviation of 100. This means that the average SEIFA score is 1000. A high score indicates a relative lack of disadvantage and greater advantage in general. For example, an area may have a high score if there are:
- many households with high incomes, or many people in skilled occupations, AND
- few households with low incomes, or few people in unskilled occupations.
Crimes rates are calculated using the 2022 Estimated Resident Population of the suburb or area and the crime statistics as reported by the Queensland Police Service for a 12-month reporting period to April 2023.
