Meridan Plains
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Meridan Plains, QLD 4551.
About Meridan Plains
Welcome to Meridan Plains
Meridan Plains sits on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, an easy run inland from the beaches at Currimundi and Wurtulla and just a short drive from the Bruce Highway. It's a newer, family-oriented pocket of the coast that has grown up around Meridan State College, offering a quieter, more residential alternative to the busier beachside suburbs nearby.
With a population of 4,589 and a median age of 36, it's a suburb pitched squarely at young families and couples looking to buy into the Sunshine Coast lifestyle without paying beachfront prices. Its position near Birtinya, Bokarina and Battery Hill means the coast, the Sunshine Coast University Hospital precinct and established shopping are all close at hand.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Meridan Plains tends to revolve around home, school and the coast rather than a bustling main strip of its own. Locals head to nearby Currimundi and Wurtulla for cafes, surf clubs and beachside dining, or into the fast-growing Birtinya health and lifestyle precinct, which has developed around Sunshine Coast University Hospital with cafes, restaurants and the Kawana Shoppingworld area close by. It suits residents who want a settled, family-friendly base with the coast's cafe and dining scene only minutes away by car.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Meridan Plains residents typically look to the retail hubs at Birtinya and Currimundi, with the larger Kawana Shoppingworld centre also within easy reach for a fuller shopping trip. This gives the suburb the benefit of nearby big-centre convenience without the traffic and noise of having a major centre within its own boundaries.
Schools & families
Education is one of the suburb's strongest drawcards. Meridan State College, a P-12 school, sits within the suburb itself and is a major reason families choose the area, offering the convenience of primary and secondary schooling in one campus. Pacific Lutheran College, also nearby, adds a well-regarded independent option. Combined with a median age of 36 and a strong share of houses among local listings, the suburb has the feel of an established family community.
Getting around
Meridan Plains benefits from straightforward access to the Bruce Highway and the broader Sunshine Coast road network, making commutes to Birtinya, Kawana and the coast's beaches quick by car. The Sunshine Coast University Hospital precinct at Birtinya, a growing employment hub, is only a short drive away, as are the beaches at Wurtulla, Bokarina and Battery Hill. Public transport options connect through nearby suburbs, with the coast's rail line accessible via connecting bus services, though most residents rely on cars given the suburb's inland, low-density layout.
The property market
Meridan Plains has recorded strong recent momentum, with median house prices sitting at $902k after growth of 14.1%. Median weekly rent is currently $700, reflecting solid demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants drawn to the suburb's schools and coastal proximity. Current listings show a dwelling mix weighted heavily toward houses, at 69%, with townhouses making up the remaining 31%, giving buyers a reasonable spread of options from standalone family homes to lower-maintenance townhouse living.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's inland position puts it within easy reach of the coast's better-known recreational assets, from the beaches and headlands around Currimundi, Wurtulla and Battery Hill to the parklands and pathways threading through Birtinya and Bokarina. Locally, Meridan Plains offers the kind of open space and walking tracks typical of newer Sunshine Coast estates, giving families room to move without needing to leave the suburb for a casual outdoor outing.
Market snapshot
Meridan Plains property market
Median sale price
$902k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$782k
Median
$902k
Premium
$1.05m
Days on market
10
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
34
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +9.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Meridan Plains by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Meridan Plains, QLD 4551.
Population
4,589
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$1,529
median, per week
Median rent
$460
per week
Median mortgage
$1,850
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Meridan Plains
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Meridan Plains
$905k
11/5 Forest Park Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.24m
36 Brampton Way
Sold ~July 2026
$881k
13 Harvey Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$1.38m
3 Tulipwood Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
12 Rapanea Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.95m
24 Rapanea Street
Sold ~June 2026
$2.60m
2 Geebung Court
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
Meridan Plains suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Meridan Plains?
The median house price in Meridan Plains, QLD is $902k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.1%.
How much is rent in Meridan Plains?
The median weekly rent in Meridan Plains is around $700 per week.
Is Meridan Plains a good place to live?
Meridan Plains is a locality on the north-western edge of the Caloundra urban area in the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. Meridan Plains is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 4,589 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Meridan Plains?
Meridan Plains has a population of 4,589 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Meridan Plains?
There are 2 schools in or near Meridan Plains, including Meridan State College and Pacific Lutheran College.
How long do homes take to sell in Meridan Plains?
Properties in Meridan Plains take around 10 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Meridan Plains?
Entry-level properties in Meridan Plains start around $782k, while premium homes reach $1.05m.
What suburbs are near Meridan Plains?
Suburbs near Meridan Plains include Birtinya, Currimundi, Wurtulla, Bokarina and Battery Hill.
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