Stapylton is a mixed-use locality in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, approximately 38.8 kilometres southeast of Brisbane and 38.4 kilometres northwest of Southport. The suburb encompasses an area of about 15 square kilometres.
As of the 2016 census, Stapylton had a population of 430 residents, with a median age of 45, which is higher than the national median. The majority of residents were born in Australia (69.1%), followed by New Zealand (5.6%) and England (3.0%). English is the predominant language spoken at home, with 81.6% of residents using it exclusively.
Stapylton hosts a variety of industrial and commercial facilities, including several quarries, an industrial park, and the Yatala Drive-In Theatre, a notable local attraction. The suburb also accommodates the Mount Stapylton Weather Station and the Stapylton Landfill and Recycling Centre. Australia's first green waste-to-energy power plant was established in Stapylton, highlighting the area's involvement in innovative waste management practices.
There are no schools directly within Stapylton. The nearest government primary school is Mount Warren Park State School in Mount Warren Park, while secondary education is provided by Beenleigh State High School in Beenleigh and Ormeau Woods State High School in Ormeau.
Stapylton is bordered to the west by the Albert River and the Pacific Motorway, providing residents with convenient access to major transportation routes between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
The Yatala Drive-In Theatre, located at 100 Stapylton Jacobs Well Road, is a prominent entertainment venue in the area, featuring two large screens covering 10 acres. Additionally, the Supercars team Dick Johnson Racing is based in Stapylton, contributing to the suburb's connection to motorsports.
The property market in Stapylton reflects its mixed-use nature, with a combination of residential and industrial properties. The suburb's strategic location along major transport corridors and industrial facilities influences property values and investment opportunities.
Stapylton's blend of industrial activity, residential areas, and unique amenities, such as the Yatala Drive-In Theatre, contributes to its distinctive character within the Gold Coast region.