El Arish
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for El Arish, QLD 4855.
About El Arish
Welcome to El Arish
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for El Arish, QLD 4855.
Population
337
residents (2021)
Median age
47
years
Household income
$1,148
median, per week
Median rent
$273
per week
Median mortgage
$1,170
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in El Arish
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in El Arish
$325k
36 Wilson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
0 Bruce Highway
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
El Arish suburb FAQ
Is El Arish a good place to live?
El Arish is a rural town and locality in the Cassowary Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. El Arish is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 337 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of El Arish?
El Arish has a population of 337 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 47.
What schools are in El Arish?
There is 1 school in or near El Arish, including El Arish State School.
What suburbs are near El Arish?
Suburbs near El Arish include Shell Pocket, Granadilla, Maria Creeks and Friday Pocket.
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