Shorncliffe, 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 Shorncliffe, in the Brisbane City local government area.
| Locality | Shorncliffe |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Brisbane City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -27.32694 |
| Longitude | 153.08278 |
| Population | 1,842 |
| Density | 1211.8 /km² |
| Area | 1.5 km² |
| Elevation | 5 m |
| Postcode | 4017 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 17 km north-northeast |
Shorncliffe is a locality in the Brisbane City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,842. The locality covers an area of 1.5 km², giving a population density of about 1211.8 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 5 m above sea level. It lies approximately 17 km north-northeast of Brisbane. Shorncliffe is located at 27.3269°S, 153.0828°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4017.
Shorncliffe rests on the northern fringe of Brisbane, a place where the land gently dips and swells, meeting the foreshore with a quiet grace. It lies 12.2 km south-east of Kallangur, QLD (from Kallangur, QLD: bearing 136°T), and is situated 13.1 km south-south-east of North Lakes. The air here carries the subtle tang of saltwater, a constant reminder of the proximity to the bay, even when the water itself is a distant shimmer through the scattered trees. Suburban streets wind their way through a landscape softened by time and habitation, where established homes with their generous gardens speak of a settled existence, and the occasional glimpse of the water hints at broader horizons. The light, particularly in the late afternoon, can cast a golden hue over the rooftops, softening the edges of the day and lending a serene quality to the neighbourhood.
The history of Shorncliffe is tied to the broader development of Brisbane’s northern suburbs, a story of land sales and evolving aspirations that transformed pastoral runs into residential pockets. Its early days were shaped by its appeal as a seaside retreat, a place for city dwellers to escape the summer heat, a legacy that still subtly colours its character. The local economy, while now primarily residential and service-oriented, once drew sustenance from the nearby waters and the agricultural lands that stretched further inland. Today, Shorncliffe is known for its established residential feel and its convenient access to the bay, a quiet corner of the city that retains a distinct sense of place, a peaceful harbour for those who call it home.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Shorncliffe, 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 Shorncliffe, in the Brisbane City local government area.
Detailed location data for Shorncliffe includes the postcode (4017), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Brisbane 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 Shorncliffe 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. |