Location:
Clifton Beach is located about 22 kilometres north of the city centre of Cairns and approximately 40 kilometres south of Port Douglas. The suburb of Kewarra Beach lies to the south and Palm Cove to the north. The Captain Cook Highway runs through the suburb. To the east, the suburb is bordered by a long sandy beach.

LGA & Postcode:
Cairns region, 4879

Area:
7.7 km2 (3.0 sq mi)

Population (census 2021:
3,192

Living in Clifton Beach:
Clifton Beach is described by locals as the Northern Beaches' best kept secret. Clifton beach is a very quiet and peaceful place for everyone with beautiful beaches, a combination of large established properties, and affordable smaller homes and apartments too.

The location of Clifton Beach offers easy access to a range of attractions, including the nearby Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, and Kuranda National Park. The suburb is also close to several other coastal towns and cities, such as Cairns and Port Douglas, which offer additional amenities and employment opportunities.

Real estate market statistics:

In 2021, approximately 54.7% of homes in Clifton Beach were owner-occupied, showing stability compared to 55% in 2016 (Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics)

As of late 2024, the median property price for houses in Clifton Beach is approximately $822,606, reflecting recent market trends. Over the past 12 months, there have been 78 house sales in Clifton Beach, with properties spending an average of 54 days on the market. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au)