Currumbin Waters, 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 Currumbin Waters, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
| Locality | Currumbin Waters |
| 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 | -28.15734 |
| Longitude | 153.46091 |
| Population | 9,023 |
| Density | 909.6 /km² |
| Area | 9.9 km² |
| Elevation | 4 m |
| Postcode | 4223 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 88 km south-southeast |
Currumbin Waters is a locality in the Gold Coast City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 9,023. The locality covers an area of 9.9 km², giving a population density of about 909.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 4 m above sea level. It lies approximately 88 km south-southeast of Brisbane. Currumbin Waters is located at 28.1573°S, 153.4609°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4223.
Currumbin Waters unfurls its tapestry of waterways and verdant hinterland under a sky that often holds a pearlescent glow as the sun begins its descent. It lies 11.8 km south-east of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 145°T), and is situated 10.8 km north-west of Banora Point. This is a place where the gentle curves of the land meet the shimmering expanse of the estuary, fringed by residential pockets that spill onto parklands and the occasional stand of eucalypts, their silver-green leaves rustling in the sea breeze. The air here carries a faint, clean scent of salt and damp earth, a constant reminder of the coastal proximity, and the light, especially in the late afternoon, possesses a softened quality, lending a tranquil hush to the suburban streets and the waterways that thread through them. The terrain slopes gently towards the water, creating a feeling of understated elegance, a subtle beauty that doesn't demand attention but rewards a lingering gaze.
Historically, the Currumbin area’s story is intertwined with the broader development of the Gold Coast, evolving from its early days of farming and grazing to embrace tourism and residential growth. The waterways themselves, including Currumbin Creek and its tributaries, have always been central to the identity of Currumbin Waters, providing a vital artery for recreation and a haven for local wildlife. The economy here is now largely driven by the influx of visitors drawn to the natural beauty and the proximity to renowned surf breaks, with local businesses catering to a lifestyle that balances outdoor pursuits with relaxed living. Beyond the immediate residential areas, the landscape hints at a wilder past, with the nearby hinterland offering a richer, more rugged terrain that continues to shape the character of this coastal enclave.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Currumbin Waters, 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 Currumbin Waters, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
Detailed location data for Currumbin Waters includes the postcode (4223), 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 Currumbin Waters 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. |