Maudsland, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Maudsland Queensland
Park along Tuxedo Junction Drive, 2016
Maudsland Location in Queensland
Population	8,073 (2021 census)
• Density	556.8/km2 (1,442/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4210
Area	14.5 km2 (5.6 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	19.4 km (12 mi) WNW of Southport 22.6 km (14 mi) NW of Surfers Paradise 65.7 km (41 mi) SSE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Gold Coast
State electorate(s)	Theodore
Federal Division(s)	Wright
Suburbs around Maudsland: Upper Coomera Oxenford Oxenford Guanaba Maudsland Pacific Pines Mount Nathan Mount Nathan Nerang

Maudsland is a cool place located in the northern part of the City of Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. It's known for its larger properties, often called "acreage properties." You'll find different types of housing estates here, some with big yards and others with more typical neighborhood layouts.

In 2021, about 8,073 people lived in Maudsland. The postcode for this area is 4210.

What Maudsland Looks Like

The northern and north-eastern parts of Maudsland have more suburban housing areas. The rest of the area has homes with bigger yards, giving it a more rural feel.

There's a large undeveloped area in the middle of Maudsland. Here, you'll find mountains that reach up to 170 meters (about 558 feet) high.

A Look Back in Time

Early Days and School Life

Maudsland had a school called Maudsland Provisional School. It first opened its doors on October 13, 1879. John William Scott was the first head teacher.

The school became a state school on January 1, 1909. However, it closed on April 15, 1963. The students and school buildings were then moved to Coomera State School. The old school was located at 542 Maudsland Road. Today, the school grounds have been turned into Cliff Bird Park.

Connecting to the World

Maudsland got connected to the telephone network in 1924. This was a big step for the community, making it easier for people to communicate.

The Shopping Centre Fire

In August 2012, the Maudsland Village Shopping Centre had a big fire. An adjacent childcare centre was also badly damaged. Luckily, nearby businesses like a liquor store and a tavern were not harmed. The shopping centre was rebuilt and reopened in 2013.

How Many People Live Here?

Maudsland has been growing! In 2016, about 5,568 people lived in the area. By 2021, the population had grown to 8,073 people.

Learning and Schools

There are no schools located directly in Maudsland. However, students have good options nearby.

For primary school, kids can go to Park Lake State School in Pacific Pines or Gaven State School in Oxenford. Both are neighboring areas.

For high school, students can attend Pacific Pines State High School in Pacific Pines. Another option is Nerang State High School in Nerang.