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Best suburbs to live in Northern Region, QLD

Top ranked suburbs rated by locals in the community.

North Ward

5Ranked 1st
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Todd Pearce

"Townsville's Number 1 Choice of Suburbs!"

This is the suburb that most people want to live in. The popular suburb is home to Townsville's iconic “Strand" precinct. The Strand is Townsville's Top attraction for locals and Tourists which offe…
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South Townsville

4.5Ranked 2nd
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Santo Spinella

"Great Suburb!!"

When I was in the market to buy a home, I choose South Townsville, for its central location to the CBD and the greater Townsville District, the historic Queenslander homes that line the streets, and t…
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Cranbrook

4.5Ranked 3rd
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lisab88

"Great family area"

Great neighbours, close to major shopping centre, quiet area. Doesn't flood.
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Kirwan

4.5Ranked 5th
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Amy02

"Quiet, clean and perfect"

Great quiet streets, nearby cinema, restaurants, Riverway with fantastic free swimming pools (why would you pay, clean and care for your own!). Brilliant location all rounds. Perfect for us.
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Bushland Beach

4.5Ranked 6th
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philipf1

"Beach lifestyle"

What a lovely beach lifestyle. Great for families and retirees. Very nice beach community in Townsville.
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Mysterton

4.5Ranked 7th
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Todd Pearce

"Mysterton - Family Friendly"

Centrally located in Townsville, Mysterton has always been a sort after suburb to purchase especially for medical & health professionals due to the location of the Mater Hospital in the neighbouring s…
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Mount Louisa

4Ranked 8th
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Nicola L

"Quiet & Close to the City"

I’ve been living in Mount Louisa for over 15 years now and it’s just perfect. Ticks all the boxes!✅
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Rasmussen

4Ranked 9th
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csmith60

"Quiet riverside town with easy access to amentiies"

In the past 8years I have lived here I have found the suburb to be freindly and safe. Being walking distance to the shops doctors and pharmacy as well as having the ring road so near for access to the…
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Railway Estate

4Ranked 10th
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Todd Pearce

"Railway Estate - Location, Location, Location"

Railway Estate homes are traditional-style Queenslander family-orientated homes. Wide streets are tree-lined and plenty of off-street parking. Within 5 minute's drive to the CBD. So access to what a g…
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Currajong

4Ranked 11th
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nickk7

"That neighbourhood feeling"

Having purchased a home in Currajong just under a decade ago I have found it difficult to leave as initially planned. I originally purchased my home in Currajong because it's very central with access …
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Condon

4Ranked 12th
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And

"Friendly, family-oriented areas"

With welcoming, helpful neighbours, and friendly caring street the Condon area close to Willows is a wonderful space to bring up children. Good sized blocks, close to all amenities and easy driving to…
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Kelso

3.5Ranked 13th
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Bachelor's Kitchen

"Best of Townsville"

With River drive very close it makes the best suburb of Townsville with more parks and a great investment opportunity of entire Queensland.
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Townsville City

3.5Ranked 14th
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gailh6

"Refreshing and delightful"

I love the Townsville CBD, from the Cotters Markets to City Lane, the new Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Museum of NQ, Reef HQ, The Courthouse Theatre and more right on your doorstep, the city is ea…
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Hermit Park

3.5Ranked 15th
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kates52

"Easy living in Hermit Park"

Plenty of parking, close to restaurants and beautiful old Queenslanders. People are concerned about crime but it’s pretty quiet. Lots of dog parks near by! Cute coffee shops. Close to main roads, yet …
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Lissner

3.5Ranked 16th
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CHARTERSTOWERSL

"A great place to live"

Charters Towers is a quiet country town in queensland, its not a big city but has all the facilities needed. I recommened Charters Towers for families, school students and people that are ready to ret…
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Douglas

3.5Ranked 17th
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Clark Keinfelter

"Close to JCU, Hospital and Shopping."

Douglas is a versatile suburb that is located in close proximity to the Townsville Hospital and its associated facilities, the University and has excellent connections to the Outer Ring Road which cut…
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Deeragun

3Ranked 18th
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philipf1

"Deeragun is close to everything"

Deeragun is a nice place to live. So close to everything.
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Burdell

3Ranked 19th
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jessie

"Burdell is the best!!!"

Burdell's wonderful parks, good schools, amenities, and a clean and safe environment are great places to live.
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Home Hill

2Ranked 20th
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Dmj

"Home HILL"

Home hill is a lovely little town, its great for all ages! Lots of things for the kids to do with out you being worried because its such a small town. Great primary school and highschool there are als…
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