Upper Coomera
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Upper Coomera, QLD 4209.
About Upper Coomera
Welcome to Upper Coomera
Upper Coomera sits in the northern Gold Coast corridor, roughly midway between Brisbane and Surfers Paradise and just inland from the M1 Pacific Motorway. It's part of the broader Coomera growth area that has transformed paddocks and bushland into one of the region's busiest new housing zones over the past two decades, bordered by Coomera, Willow Vale and Pimpama.
With a median age of 33 and a population of 27,180, it's very much a suburb built around young and growing families, drawn by its master-planned estates, well-regarded schools and relatively easy access to both Brisbane and the Gold Coast beaches. It suits buyers after modern, larger homes with room to grow, rather than those chasing a walk-to-the-beach lifestyle.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Upper Coomera revolves around family routines, local sporting clubs and the steady stream of cafes and casual dining spots that have opened alongside the suburb's residential growth. Weekend mornings tend to mean junior sport, a coffee run and a browse through one of the nearby retail precincts, while the Gold Coast's theme park cluster and beaches are all within a reasonably short drive for a change of scene.
Shopping
Residents are well served by a mix of local centres offering supermarkets, specialty stores and everyday services, with larger shopping further afield at Westfield Coomera and the retail strips developing in neighbouring Pimpama. The ongoing growth of the wider Coomera corridor continues to bring new retail and dining options online, reducing the need to travel far for day-to-day essentials.
Getting around
The Pacific Motorway (M1) runs along the edge of the suburb, making it a practical base for commuters heading either north to Brisbane or south to the Gold Coast's business districts and beaches. Coomera railway station, just next door, connects to the Gold Coast line, giving residents a rail option into Nerang, Robina and Helensvale, as well as onward services toward Brisbane, without needing to drive the whole way.
Schools & families
Education options are a genuine drawcard, with Upper Coomera State College and Coomera Springs State School serving local families, alongside Highland Reserve State School nearby. For private and faith-based schooling, Assisi Catholic College and Coomera Anglican College are both close at hand, giving parents a strong spread of choices without leaving the local area.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's estates are dotted with parks, playgrounds and sporting fields designed for exactly the kind of active family life that draws people here, and there's ready access to bushland reserves on the area's fringes for those after a longer walk or ride. The nearby Coomera River and the broader hinterland add options for fishing, kayaking and weekend exploring within a short drive.
The property market
Upper Coomera's housing stock is dominated by houses, which make up 77% of current listings, followed by townhouses at 17% and land at 5%, with no apartments currently on the market — a reflection of its low-rise, family-home character. The median house price sits at $1.12 million after growth of 20.4%, while units, where available, have a median of $800,000; median rent across the suburb is $870 a week, underlining strong demand from both buyers and tenants chasing space in a well-connected growth corridor.
Market snapshot
Upper Coomera property market
Median sale price
$1.12m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$870
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$923k
Median
$1.12m
Premium
$1.52m
Days on market
12
Auction clearance
67%
Sold this year
279
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +11.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Upper Coomera by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Upper Coomera, QLD 4209.
Population
27,180
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$1,991
median, per week
Median rent
$450
per week
Median mortgage
$1,939
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Upper Coomera
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Upper Coomera
$1.15m
88 Billinghurst Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$1.69m
2 Wright Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
87 Riverbrook Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$699k
46/40 Riverbrooke Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.12m
149 Brygon Creek Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$975k
7 Velox Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$845k
2/18 Tian Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$970k
34 Vivacity Drive
Sold ~July 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
Upper Coomera suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Upper Coomera?
The median house price in Upper Coomera, QLD is $1.12m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.4%.
How much is rent in Upper Coomera?
The median weekly rent in Upper Coomera is around $870 per week.
Is Upper Coomera a good place to live?
Upper Coomera is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Upper Coomera is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 27,180 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Upper Coomera?
Upper Coomera has a population of 27,180 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
What schools are in Upper Coomera?
There are 5 schools in or near Upper Coomera, including Assisi Catholic College, Coomera Anglican College and Upper Coomera State College.
How long do homes take to sell in Upper Coomera?
Properties in Upper Coomera take around 12 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 67%.
How much do you need to buy in Upper Coomera?
Entry-level properties in Upper Coomera start around $923k, while premium homes reach $1.52m.
What suburbs are near Upper Coomera?
Suburbs near Upper Coomera include Coomera, Willow Vale and Pimpama.
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