Mountain Creek
City in Queensland, Australia
Overview
Mountain Creek is a suburban gem on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, known for its easygoing lifestyle, green spaces, and close proximity to world-class beaches. With strong community vibes and family-friendly infrastructure, it's an appealing destination for visitors seeking relaxation and nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Queensland
Population
11,950
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-26.70°, 153.10°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,940
Local Cost
$1,950
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
94
English
100
Temperature
21.6°C
Summer Avg
24.9°C
Winter Avg
17.8°C
Record High
34.6°C
Record Low
9.0°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
1293 mm
Internet Speed
185 Mbps
Upload
25 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
54
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
52
Transport
81
Walk Score
81
Footways
161.0
Airport
CUD
Distance
11 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 40 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 72/100.