Scarborough, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Scarborough Queensland
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Location in Queensland
Population	8,705 (2016 census)
• Density	2,640/km2 (6,800/sq mi)
Established	1878
Postcode(s)	4020
Area	3.3 km2 (1.3 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	2.7 km (2 mi) N of Redcliffe 34.8 km (22 mi) NNE of Brisbane GPO
LGA(s)	Moreton Bay Region
Region	South East Queensland
State electorate(s)	Redcliffe
Federal Division(s)	Petrie
Suburbs around Scarborough: Deception Bay Deception Bay Moreton Bay Newport Scarborough Moreton Bay Newport Redcliffe Redcliffe

Scarborough is a coastal suburb on the Redcliffe Peninsula in the Moreton Bay Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census Scarborough had a population of 8,705 people.

Along with its neighbouring coastal suburbs on the Redcliffe Peninsula, the suburb is a popular recreational destination within the Brisbane metropolitan area. Scarborough Beach is a safe swimming beach, with an adjacent playground.

Demographics

In the 2016 census, Scarborough recorded a population of 8,705 people, 53.3% female and 46.7% male.

The median age of the Scarborough population was 49 years, 11 years above the national median of 38.

68.7% of people living in Scarborough were born in Australia. The other top responses for country of birth were England 7.5%, New Zealand 5.4%, South Africa 1.1%, Scotland 0.9%, Philippines 0.8%.

87.8% of people spoke only English at home; the next most common languages were 0.7% German, 0.4% Spanish, 0.3% French, 0.3% Italian, 0.3% Russian.

Attractions and features

The suburb is known for its thriving seafood industry centred upon the Scarborough Boat Harbour. Scarborough Beach is one of a number of sandy beaches along its eastern coastline, with its Scarborough Beach Park awarded the "Queensland's Friendliest Beach" in 2003 and "Australia's Friendliest Beach" in 2004.

The main street of Scarborough, Landsborough Avenue, is a popular location for families and day visitors from Brisbane with numerous cafés. Part of the reason for its popularity is its overlooking views to Moreton Island across Moreton Bay, and quieter ambience compared to the Redcliffe central business district. Children enjoy the themed playground and its large cottonwood trees.

The point of Scarborough is home to Scarborough Marina and Scarborough Holiday Village, while further around the bay is Newport Marina.

History

Estate map of Hobbs Homestead Estate, 1886

Parts of the movie Scooby-Doo were filmed at Queens Beach in Scarborough; the majority of the movie was filmed at Tangalooma Resort at Moreton Island.

Gallery

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  Entrance to Scarborough Central Business District, along Landsborough Avenue

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  Scarborough Beach

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  Scarborough Boat Harbour in the afternoon sun

Education

Scarborough State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at Eversleigh Road (27°12′54″S 153°06′36″E / 27.2151°S 153.1101°E / -27.2151; 153.1101 (Scarborough State School)). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 751 students with 53 teachers (49 full-time equivalent) and 35 non-teaching staff (20 full-time equivalent). It includes a special education program.

Southern Cross Catholic College is a Catholic primary and secondary (Prep-12) school for boys and girls. Its main campus at 307 Scarborough Road (27°12′14″S 153°06′36″E / 27.2040°S 153.1099°E / -27.2040; 153.1099 (Southern Cross Catholic College)) accommodates the secondary school, while three other campuses in Scarborough, Kippa-Ring and Woody Point are primary schools. In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 1555 students with 121 teachers (106 full-time equivalent) and 90 non-teaching staff (62 full-time equivalent).

Australian Trade College North Brisbane is a private secondary (11-12) school for boys and girls at 294 Scarborough Road (27°12′19″S 153°06′36″E / 27.2052°S 153.1100°E / -27.2052; 153.1100 (Australian Trade College North Brisbane)). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 230 students with 20 teachers (15 full-time equivalent) and 11 non-teaching staff (7 full-time equivalent).

There is no government secondary school in Scarborough; the nearest government secondary school is Redcliffe State High School in neighbouring Redcliffe to the south.

Images for kids

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  Beach and cliffs at Scarborough

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  Head reacher's residence, Scarborough State School, April 1951