Population 7,420 (2011 census) Postal code 4869 | Postcode(s) 4869 Federal division Division of Leichhardt | |
Location 9 km (6 mi) south of Cairns City LGA(s) Cairns Regional Council | ||
Bentley Park is a suburb of Cairns within the local government area of Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. It is located approximately 9 km (6 mi) south of the Cairns City. At the 2011 census, Bentley Park had a population of 7,420.
Contents
Map of Bentley Park QLD 4869, Australia
History
Bentley Park State School was originally opened in 1997. In 2004, the construction of high school facilities made it a P-12 school called Bentley Park College.
Crime Rate
The homicide rate is low compared to other areas in Queensland. According to Queensland Police, from December 2004 to December 2014 only two homicides occurred. Theft is by far the most common crime recorded in the area. Over a year-long period from 5 December 2013 to 5 December 2014 there were 248 reports of theft filed with Police.
Bentley Park Crime Rate: Dec 2013-2014