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Hillcrest

Queensland, Australia · Oceania

About Hillcrest

Hillcrest is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Drewvale, 53km from Surfers Paradise Street Circuit.

Hillcrest is a town located in Queensland, Australia. With a population of 5,603, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Hillcrest sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Brisbane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hillcrest to your route.

About Hillcrest

Hillcrest is a western suburb in the City of Logan, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Hillcrest had a population of 6,268 people.

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What are the best things to do in Hillcrest?

Hillcrest offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Hillcrest located?

Hillcrest is located in Queensland, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -27.6686 latitude, 153.0261 longitude.

What is the population of Hillcrest?

Hillcrest has a population of approximately 5,603 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
5,603
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
Queensland
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-27.6686, 153.0261

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Hillcrest

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Story Bridge

Brisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.

23 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Dreamworld

Australia's largest theme park on the Gold Coast with thrill rides, wildlife encounters, and family attractions.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Australia's premier water park on the Gold Coast featuring giant water slides, wave pools, and aqua-play areas.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Warner Bros. Movie World

Gold Coast movie-themed park featuring rides and attractions based on iconic Warner Bros. films and characters.

39 km · about 45 min drive

famous road

Surfers Paradise Street Circuit

A Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

53 km · about 60 min drive

beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

The Gold Coast's flagship beach with a long stretch of golden sand backed by a skyline of gleaming high-rises.

54 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Hillcrest

  • 23 kmStory BridgeBrisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.
  • 53 kmSurfers Paradise Street CircuitA Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

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4 km awayPop. 4,915

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5 km awayPop. 1,328

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5 km awayPop. 2,777

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