Sunshine Coast Council
Meridan Plains, QLD 4551
Sunshine Coast - Greater Region
Overview
Diversity
Overall Safety
Population
Key StatisticsBased on ABS Estimate Resident Population | Meridan Plains |
|---|---|
| Population | 5,463 |
| Growth Rate 1yr | 2.23% |
| Average 5yr Growth | 3.51% |
| Forecast Average 5yr Growth | 2.38% |
Meridan Plains currently has a population of 5,463. The 1 year growth rate is at 2.23%, while its Annual 5 Average Years Growth Rate is at 3.51%. By 2028, the population is forecasted to be at 6,144, with average 5yr of 2.38%.
Disclaimer. The forecasted values are based on current assumptions, trends, and available data at the time of publication. These forecast are subject to change and may not accurately reflect future growth and population. Users should not realy solely on these forecasts for decision making purposes.
Crime & Safety
Violent Crime
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Sunshine Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 54.9 | 97.5 |
| Assault | 402.7 | 311.9 |
| Robbery | 0 | 20.9 |
| Homicide | 0 | 1.2 |
| Total | 457.6 | 431.5 |
Meridan Plains is ranked 47 / 71 in Greater Sunshine Coast in terms of people safety. It has about equal people crime rate compare to Greater Sunshine Coast. From 2023 to 2024, people crime has increased by 127.32%.
Property Crime
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Sunshine Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Trespassing | 677.3 | 533.2 |
| Theft | 1,830.5 | 3,082.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 128.1 | 189.5 |
| Property Damage | 457.6 | 472.2 |
| Arson | 36.6 | 16.6 |
| Total | 3,130.1 | 4,294.3 |
Meridan Plains is ranked 41 / 77 in Greater Sunshine Coast in terms of property safety. It has lower property crime rate compare to Greater Sunshine Coast. From 2023 to 2024, property crime has increased by 31.53%.
Nearby Schools
Schools Catchment Zone within Suburb
Schools Nearby
Disclaimer. Always check directly with the school to vertify local catchment and intake area.
Diversity
Land Composition
Agriculture
67.6%
Residential
31.3%
Retail
0.7%
Industrial
0.4%
Amenities
Supermarkets
- • ALDI
Shopping Centres
- • Parklands Marketplace
(small centre)
Climate
Average Monthly Temperatures
Neighbouring Suburbs
There are 8 suburbs neighbouring Meridan Plains: