Labrador is a coastal suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, bearing the postcode 4215. It is approximately 7 kilometres north of Surfers Paradise and 73 kilometres south of Brisbane. The suburb encompasses an area of roughly 5.7 square kilometres and overlooks the Gold Coast Broadwater to the east.
As of the 2021 census, Labrador had a population of 18,643 residents, up from 18,261 in 2016. The predominant age group is 20 to 29. Households in Labrador are primarily childless couples, with a significant portion engaged in professional occupations.
Labrador State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school on Turpin Road. In 2017, the school had 940 students, including an Intensive English Centre and a special education program. Labrador has no secondary school; Southport State High School is the nearest public secondary school.
Labrador offers a range of amenities catering to residents' needs. The suburb is experiencing significant transformation, with new and luxurious buildings and a thriving café precinct emerging in recent years. The area boasts wide tree-lined streets, original 'Queenslander' style housing, new townhouses, and up-market high-rise developments. The suburb's proximity to the Broadwater attracts active people who enjoy cycling, walking, or running along the beachside pathways. Children enjoy the enclosed swimming area and playground next to the famous Charis Seafood market.
The median property price for houses in Labrador is currently $780,000, with annual capital growth of 10.64%. Rental yields for houses are at 4.13%, with an average weekly median rent of $680. For units, the median property price is $672,750, with annual capital growth of 18.03% and rental yields at 4.98%, with an average weekly median rent of $640.
Residents describe Labrador as a homely beachside suburb with a pleasant mixture of wide tree-lined streets. The area is noted for its quiet atmosphere, proximity to the Broadwater, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as cycling, walking, and running along the beachside pathways. The suburb has a collection of quaint cottages, renovated beach styles, and modern townhouses, offering a certain charm and eccentricity.
Labrador offers a blend of residential comfort, accessibility to essential amenities, and a community-oriented atmosphere, making it a desirable suburb within the Gold Coast region.