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Where is Deception Bay, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Deception Bay is located in the Moreton Bay region of southeast Queensland, about 32 kilometres north of Brisbane. It lies between the sheltered waters of Deception Bay, an inlet of Moreton Bay, and the suburban growth areas extending inland toward North Lakes and Burpengary. It is famous for its waterfront foreshore, peaceful bay views, and family-friendly parks and walkways.

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Facts about Deception Bay, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Queensland
Region	Moreton Bay Region
Location	On the western shore of Deception Bay, north of Brisbane and west of Redcliffe Peninsula
Coordinates	27.19° S, 153.02° E
Local Government Area	City of Moreton Bay
Founded	1860s (early settlement period)
Original Name	Deception Bay (named by John Oxley due to misleading shallows)
Elevation	0–10 m
Population	Approx. 19,000
Area	Approx. 15 sq km
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Postcode	4508
Major Waterways	Deception Bay, Moreton Bay, Burpengary Creek (nearby)
Top Attractions	Deception Bay Foreshore, Historic Sea Baths, Deception Bay Conservation Park, Moreton Bay Marine Park, nearby Redcliffe beaches.
Demonym	Deception Bay residents
Main Industries	Retail, construction, marine services, community services
Nearest Airport	Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Website	https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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