Whitsunday Regional Council
Whitsunday Regional Council scores well on core operations (68/100) but only 27/100 on lifestyle & amenity — a gap worth watching.
"Gateway to paradise — Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 40,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
54 out of 100
#8 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#31 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 58/100 |
| Community Services | 63/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 27/100 |
| Core Operations | 68/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Whitsunday Regional performs strongest in infrastructure and operations (better than 68% of peers), with room to improve in lifestyle affordability (currently at the 27th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Gateway to paradise — Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands
Gateway to 74 tropical islands including Whitehaven Beach.
Known For
- 74 Whitsunday Islands
- Whitehaven Beach
- Heart Reef
- Airlie Beach
Living Here
Tropical island-adjacent living at surprisingly affordable prices.
Hidden Gem
Bowen — quiet coastal town with underrated beaches and the Big Mango.