Sunshine Coast Regional Council
Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranks 61st of 77 overall in QLD, with lifestyle & amenity the area most needing attention.
"Queensland's lifestyle coast — Mooloolaba, the Hinterland, and Australia Zoo"
Queensland · metro council · Pop. 360,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
46 out of 100
#7 of 8 metro councils in QLD
#61 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 40/100 |
| Community Services | 50/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 38/100 |
| Core Operations | 58/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Sunshine Coast Regional performs strongest in infrastructure and operations (better than 58% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle affordability (currently at the 38th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Queensland's lifestyle coast — Mooloolaba, the Hinterland, and Australia Zoo
The Sunshine Coast offers a more relaxed coastal alternative to the Gold Coast.
Known For
- Mooloolaba — family beach lifestyle
- Hinterland villages — Maleny, Montville
- Australia Zoo
- Glass House Mountains
Living Here
Premium coastal lifestyle with a relaxed vibe. Growth has been rapid, pushing up prices.
Hidden Gem
Kondalilla Falls — stunning rainforest waterfall with rock pool swimming.