Your Complete Guide To Brisbane North 

Raman Mehrotra of Shiva Real Estate

Introduction

The Brisbane North real estate zone stretches from inner- city suburbia beginning at Windsor and Wilston through to outer suburbs like Chermside, Aspley, Bracken Ridge and right up to North Lakes and Mango Hill. For families looking to purchase houses Brisbane North offers established leafy suburbs, booming retail and lifestyle hubs, excellent schools and fast commuting options into Brisbane CBD and the Sunshine Coast. Here’s everything you need to know when looking for houses for sale Brisbane North or choosing between Brisbane North suburbs to call home.

History

Centred around early farming communities that populated alongside the Kedron Brook and North Pine River, Brisbane North began as one of the regions dairy farming and market gardening hubs throughout the late 18oo’s and early 19oo’s. Home to some of Brisbane’s first railway lines that still service suburbs such as Nundah, Windsor, Camp Hill and Wooloowin today. It wasn’t long before housing estates sprung up in surrounding suburbs during the post-war housing boom including Chermside, Fairfield, Grange and Stafford. Fast-forward to today and Brisbane North is still growing; large scale master-planned communities such as North Lakes continue to attract new residents as they welcome new housing estates each year.

Demographics

Buyers are attracted to Brisbane North for a variety of reasons. First time home buyers and families tend to flock to Brisbane North over other regions because it is more affordable compared to Brisbane’s inner-city suburbs. For buyers who work in or around the CBD the Windsor, Kedron and Wooloowin suburbs appeal for being close enough to get commuters home in time for dinner. Buyers who work toward the southern suburbs find it much easier to live north of the river. Many suburban areas like Aspley, Bald Hills and Boondall offer more spacious housing blocks and are family-friendly with good schools nearby. Upsizing or downsizing families are moving to the expanding communities of North Lakes and Mango Hill for new home estates, local employment and lifestyle attractions. An increasing amount of buyers are moving to Brisbane North from other states due to the affordable housing options.

Amenities

Residential styles vary from older Queenslander homes through to brick veneer cottages and modern-day apartments. There are plenty of options for any buyer whether you’re after something family friendly or just looking to build some equity and renovate. Suburbs located further north such as North Lakes, Mango Hill and Griffin are now known for modern low maintenance homes and townhouses perfect for first home buyers and young families. Inner-city Brisbane North suburbs like Chermside and Kedron are also hot spots for new apartments and townhouses close to Westfield Chermside.

Schools

Education is always a major factor when moving home. Brisbane North is home to many great schooling options with high ranking government schools like Aspley State High School, Craigslea State School and Mueller College. Private schooling is also available with options like St Rita’s College and Padua College. Buyers looking to study beyond school will find TAFE Queensland’s Bracken Ridge campus located in Brisbane North, as well as easy access to Queensland University of Technology’s Kelvin Grove campus.

Shopping

Whether it’s groceries you’re after or a new gadget, most of Brisbane North’s retail offerings are located within Westfield Chermside. The largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere, Westfield Chermside is home to Australia’s favourite department stores, eateries and a cineplex. Westfield Chermside is anchored by Woolworths and Big W supermarkets, making for convenient shopping trips when you just need to pick up the weekly essentials. Alternatively shopping centres like Northlakes Shopping Centre and the small businesses along Gympie Road offer shoppers more variety for those speciality items.

Parks

Brisbane North boasts plenty of park space and tree lined streets. Chermside’s biggest park, Marchant Park spans over 5 acres and is great for walking the dog or a weekend picnic with the family. The Kedron Brook bikeway is perfect for cyclists and bike riders. Head to Sandgate for easy access to the beaches and Sandgate parklands. Outdoor recreational activities are abundant in North Lakes too, with lots of open space around North Lakes’ signature lake and the suburb’s Village Green. Boondall Wetlands Reserve is a great spot for nature lovers and can be accessed by foot through surrounding suburbs.

Transport

Major transport for Brisbane North comes in the form of two railway lines; The Shorncliffe railway line and Caboolture railway line. Both lines run directly into Brisbane CBD with trips to the city taking less than 30 minutes. For drivers Brisbane North is also ideal with easy access north to the Sunshine Coast and south into Brisbane’s city via the Bruce Highway and Gympie Arterial Road. For those who fly frequently or work in aviation/air cargo Brisbane Airport is only a short drive from suburbs such as Nundah and Virginia.

Community

There are many great local hospitals and health services located within Brisbane North. One of Queensland’s biggest public hospitals, Prince Charles Hospital is located in Chermside. There are also many private medical services and allied health facilities as well as residential aged care homes dotted around Brisbane North.

Development

The Brisbane North real estate zone is expected to reap some benefits with development leading into the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games 20 32. There are many housing estates currently under construction with new releases coming online in North Lakes and Mango Hill. Additionally the urban renewal project along the Kedron Brook corridor will continue to see development of new apartments and townhouses near Chermside. For investors and buyers looking to park their money in property for the long haul, Brisbane North looks very promising.

Why Work With Us

If you’re still on the hunt for your perfect home in Brisbane North, our local Shiva Real Estate team are well equipped to help. Brisbane North real estate is what we do; we understand the markets and suburbs whether you’re looking at established homes in Wavell Heights or new builds in North Lakes. If you’re thinking of selling give us a call today or get in contact using the below links.

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Conclusion

Whether you grew up in Brisbane North or are looking for your first taste of Brisbane life, Brisbane North is a great option for buyers looking for a well-rounded location. Offering great schools, easy public transport and is close to major hubs like Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast. Don’t forget to bookmark this buyers guide to Brisbane North for future reference.