Broadbeach, Queensland — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Broadbeach, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
| Locality | Broadbeach |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Gold Coast City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -28.02819 |
| Longitude | 153.4313 |
| Population | 8,738 |
| Density | 6026.2 /km² |
| Area | 1.4 km² |
| Elevation | 10 m |
| Postcode | 4218 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 74 km south-southeast |
Broadbeach is a locality in the Gold Coast City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 8,738. The locality covers an area of 1.4 km², giving a population density of about 6026.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 10 m above sea level. It lies approximately 74 km south-southeast of Brisbane. Broadbeach is located at 28.0282°S, 153.4313°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4218.
Broadbeach unfolds as a vibrant tapestry of coastal allure and modern polish, where the Pacific's breath mingles with the hum of a dynamic urban centre. It lies 3.4 km south-south-east of Surfers Paradise, QLD (from Surfers Paradise, QLD: bearing 167°T), and is situated 6.6 km south-south-east of Southport. The landscape here is a generous sweep of golden sand, kissed by the ceaseless rhythm of the ocean, its shoreline fringed by a verdant belt of pandanus palms and hardy coastal scrub that gives way to manicured parklands and the soaring glass and steel of contemporary architecture. The air itself carries a subtle, salty tang, a constant reminder of the vast expanse of blue that defines the horizon, while the gentle incline of the terrain leads inland towards the shimmering waterways and the distant, hazy outlines of the hinterland ranges. Evenings in Broadbeach often paint the sky in hues of rose and lavender, a fleeting spectacle that softens the sharp angles of the high-rise towers and casts a warm glow over the bustling promenades.
This stretch of coast, once a quieter haven for surf enthusiasts and holidaymakers, has blossomed into a premier destination, its economy now largely driven by the steady flow of tourism and the associated hospitality industries. The legacy of its pioneering past, however, can still be felt in the enduring love of the ocean that permeates the local character, a spirit that draws both seasoned surfers and casual beachgoers to its renowned breaks. Beyond the glittering resorts and sophisticated dining establishments, Broadbeach retains a sense of accessible vibrancy, a place where the energy of a global destination meets the laid-back charm of Australian coastal life, all underpinned by the sheer, unadulterated beauty of its sun-drenched beaches.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Broadbeach, Queensland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Broadbeach, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
Detailed location data for Broadbeach includes the postcode (4218), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Gold Coast City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Broadbeach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |