Cardwell
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Cardwell is a peaceful coastal town in northern Queensland, Australia, renowned for its picturesque views over the Coral Sea and its gateway to the Hinchinbrook Island National Park. With a laid-back atmosphere and abundant natural beauty, it is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a quiet retreat.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
1,320
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-18.27°, 146.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,995
Local Cost
$1,110
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
24.4°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
20.9°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
10.7°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1104 mm
Internet Speed
25 Mbps
Upload
12 Mbps
Latency
27 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
DKI
Distance
38 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.