Our region
The Moreton Bay Region is a diverse area, spanning more than 2,037 square kilometres and boasting everything from rural townships and urban centres to coastal villages and thriving business precincts - We've Got it All.
Located between Brisbane City and the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay is one of Australia's fastest growing urban regions with its population forecast to grow by over 40 percent to more than 645,000 by 2036.
Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys the benefits of close proximity to the Brisbane CBD and a lifestyle that's second to none.
The region offers some of South East Queensland's premier waterfront locations, pristine environmental areas, vibrant entertainment options and thriving cultural and community hubs. Residents enjoy access to award-winning medical, commercial, leisure, entertainment and residential precincts.
Moreton Bay Regional Council acknowledges Aboriginal peoples are the original Custodians of this land. The Moreton Bay Region extends through traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal people.
2037 km2
Size
294 km
Coastline
and estuaries
7573 ha
Environmental
reserves
(2018)
172,383
Rateable
properties
448,000
Population
(2017 est)
2.8%
Population growth*
(June 2006 to June 2016)
38 years
Median Age*
(2016)
21%
Population under 15 years*
(2016)
47%
Couples with children*
(2016)
26%
Population born overseas*
(2016)
Source *REMPLAN
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