Wynnum, 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 Wynnum, in the Brisbane City local government area.
| Locality | Wynnum |
| 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 | -27.43774 |
| Longitude | 153.16598 |
| Population | 12,650 |
| Density | 1613.5 /km² |
| Area | 7.8 km² |
| Elevation | 29 m |
| Postcode | 4178 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 14 km east-northeast |
Wynnum is a locality in the Brisbane City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of 12,650. The locality covers an area of 7.8 km², giving a population density of about 1613.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 29 m above sea level. It lies approximately 14 km east-northeast of Brisbane. Wynnum is located at 27.4377°S, 153.1660°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4178.
Wynnum breathes the salty tang of Moreton Bay, its broad, sun-drenched avenues lined with mature trees that cast dappled shade onto well-kept lawns and Federation-style homes. It lies 14.3 km east-north-east of Brisbane City, QLD (from Brisbane City, QLD: bearing 75°T), and is situated 11.8 km north-north-west of Capalaba. The land slopes gently towards the water, a subtle incline that allows for expansive views of the shimmering blue expanse and its scattered, green-fringed islands. Along the foreshore, a ribbon of parkland unfurls, punctuated by playgrounds, picnic spots and the distinctive, almost whimsical, wading pool that has been a local fixture for generations, its shallow waters reflecting the vast Queensland sky. The air here carries a persistent hum of cicadas in the heat of the day, a sound that softens into the murmur of conversation and the distant cries of seabirds as dusk approaches, painting the horizon with strokes of fiery orange and soft lavender.
This coastal suburb, a jewel in Brisbane’s eastern crown, has a history intertwined with the sea and a vibrant local economy that thrives on its appeal as a seaside escape. Once a popular destination for Brisbanites seeking respite from the city's summer heat, Wynnum retains a relaxed, holiday-like atmosphere, evident in the bustling cafes along Bay Terrace and the steady stream of visitors exploring the waterfront. Its heritage is subtly etched into the architecture, from the older Queenslander houses with their wide verandahs to the more modern, but still characterful, shopfronts. The harbour, a vital artery for local boat owners and a departure point for island adventures, speaks to a continuing connection with the marine environment, a legacy that underpins Wynnum's enduring charm and its place as a beloved residential and recreational hub.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Wynnum, 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 Wynnum, in the Brisbane City local government area.
Detailed location data for Wynnum includes the postcode (4178), 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 Wynnum 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. |