Fig Tree Pocket
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- Clean & Green
- Parking
- Lack of Traffic
- Parks & Recreation
- Childcare
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- Nightlife
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Fig Tree Pocket
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- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
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- Parking
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"Fig Tree Pocket - AAA+"
Fig Tree Pocket is arguably one of the loveliest, exclusive little suburbs in Brisbane. It is close enough to the Brisbane CBD to make it easy to commute yet tucked away due to its unique geography. Fig Tree Pocket is peninsular-like in that it is surrounded by water on 2 sides and is not at all a thorough-fare. The neighbouring suburbs of Kenmore and Indooroopilly provide all the amenities required for modern life including the largest shopping centre west of the Brisbane CBD.
Some of Brisbane's most expensive riverfront mansions are located at Fig Tree Pocket with many more modest homes inland. Most famously known as the home to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary which has been a family favourite for generations.
Fig Tree Pocket state school is one of the most sought after schools in Brisbane. There is also a Montessori primary school and the Fig Tree Pocket Equestrian Club.
Some of Brisbane's most expensive riverfront mansions are located at Fig Tree Pocket with many more modest homes inland. Most famously known as the home to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary which has been a family favourite for generations.
Fig Tree Pocket state school is one of the most sought after schools in Brisbane. There is also a Montessori primary school and the Fig Tree Pocket Equestrian Club.
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Fig Tree Pocket
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- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Parks & Recreation
- Public Transport
- Schools
"Best place you could live in Brisbane"
After living in multiple suburbs of Brisbane I couldn’t recommend anywhere more than Fig Tree Pocket. The people are friendly, it’s nice and quiet yet only 15 minutes from a capital city outside busy traffic times. You feel like your in the country with a river and lots of parks and playgrounds for kids.
Although places aren’t as cheap as other locations, for what your getting and such a sense of community mixed with extremely low crime rate, it’s worth every cent.
Only 5 minutes drive to one of the largest shopping centres in Australia. Everything you could need is within reasonable distance.
If you considering moving to Brisbane and are looking for a leafy and quiet suburb with great hearted people, I recommend you check out Fig Tree Pocket.
Although places aren’t as cheap as other locations, for what your getting and such a sense of community mixed with extremely low crime rate, it’s worth every cent.
Only 5 minutes drive to one of the largest shopping centres in Australia. Everything you could need is within reasonable distance.
If you considering moving to Brisbane and are looking for a leafy and quiet suburb with great hearted people, I recommend you check out Fig Tree Pocket.
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Fig Tree Pocket
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- Safe & Sound
"Great leafy suburb"
Great place to live. We moved her three years ago from the North side. It feels like we are living in a park, it’s so leafy :)
No shops though.
No shops though.
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Fig Tree Pocket
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- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Parks & Recreation
"Gorgeous spot, but little in the way of conveniences"
I've lived there for around 9 months, and it is indeed lovely with trees, parks, horses, lakes, and it feels much like you're in the countryside. However the locals have resisted any development for better or for worse, which means there are few footpaths, poor transport, and nowhere you can buy food outside of the koala sanctuary cafe. As such you can find yourself driving in and out of the place an awful lot. It's a bit of a rich man's playground, with no shortage of multi-million dollar homes and expensive cars, and in many ways it can be quite snobby. But hey, strolling around the river at any time of the day is a pleasure, and the place is kept very tidy.
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Fig Tree Pocket
"Nice spot but no infrastructure, poor transport and terrible traffic"
We moved from FTP 6 years ago as transport and commuting was a nightmare
johngriffiths
Im glad you left. We don't need people like you. Thjose that call FTP hoe love the place
2yrs+
stephf1
Easy run to city with one set of traffic lights before Toowong; breakfast with cockatoos and lorikeets; easy walk to bus stop and bike track. A few minutes to shops in indooroopilly, Kenmore and Jindalee, river walks and parks. Not seeing a problem.
2yrs+
AndrewL2
The commuting can be awful but that is the case with many suburbs in Brisbane. The Legacy Way Tunnel is wonderful for getting to and from the airport and greatly helps driving to the city (though not much use coming home due to nightmare that is the Centenary Highway). I work in the Valley and I find the best way to get to and from work is to drive and catch the train from Indooroopilly (30 - 35 minutes door to door) or to ride my bicycle. Besides peak hour we find it easy to get out and about. Normally when we go out at night we uber or catch a taxi as we can drink. Let's be realistic here, if you can't afford to catch an uber or taxi for a night out then you probably can't afford to buy a house in Fig Tree Pocket anyway.
2yrs+
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Fig Tree Pocket
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2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Nothing compares"
A wildlife paradise so close to everything.
Pros
- green leafy surrounds
- Semi rural feel so close to the city
- large yards - low density living
- lots of birds and wildlife to enjoy
- very friendly community
Cons
- No shops in the suburb but next door to indooroopilly
- Only buses- no citycat or train
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Fig Tree Pocket
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Lovely tree and wild life filled suburb with a semi rural feel close to Brisbane CBD"
My partner and I moved to Fig Tree Pocket early 2015. We were living inner city Spring Hill and my partner hated the noise and the high density living. I must admit I enjoy living in Fig Tree Pocket a lot lot more than I expected when we moved. The beautiful bush that surrounds our house with all the wildlife is just wonderful. I can sit for hours on our back deck just enjoying the sound of the bush and watching the antics of the many parrots that call our back yard home. We do not experience any traffic noise. The downside is the commute to work in the Valley but I ride my bicycle in and do not experience any of the stress of peak hour driving or public transport. However, in saying this the new Legacy Tunnel makes driving to the Valley/Airport a breeze. There is no nightlife or restaurants in Fig Tree Pocket but it is only a short drive/taxi to Indooripilly, Paddinton, Toowong and Brisbane CBD to get to restaurants and bars. However, we find we are happy to stay at home and have friends over a lot of the time.
Pros
- lots of birds and wildlife to enjoy
- large yards - low density living
- tranquil
- green leafy surrounds
- Semi rural feel so close to the city
Cons
- No shops in the suburb but next door to indooroopilly
- Only buses- no citycat or train
- some streets flooded
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JoannaB1
HI Andrew. How is the cycling to the city? We are considering moving to FTP and my husband is an avid cyclist but I was wondering how safe it is - Is it mostly roads or cycle path? Many thanks if you can be bothered replying. (PS: We are moving to Brisbane from Melbourne!)
2yrs+
AndrewL2
Hi Joanna. The cycling into the city is good. Pretty much dedicated bike path most of the way into the city through Mt Cootha bush and along the river. There is only one part where you ride on road between the two bike paths (Sylvan Rd Toowong) but it has marked bike ways and no parking so all very safe. Your husband should enjoy the ride. He probably is a lot fitter than me and it takes me about 30 minutes to cycle in. Friends of mine do it in 20 minutes. Good luck with the move. Cheers. Andrew
2yrs+
JoannaB1
Wow, you replied! Thank you so much for the lowdown. Very good to know because he refuses to drive or take public transport to work. And I must admit that I worry, not knowing the terrain very well. Thanks again!
2yrs+
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Fig Tree Pocket
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Parking
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Village advantage and urban convenience"
I originally lived here in the early 90s and moved back just recently. The community feel hasn’t changed and despite the numerous grande homes with expansive river views, the locals are very down to earth and welcoming. The leafy green surrounds and the lovely river breezes make it a superb suburb for morning and evening strolls or runs. The biggest delight is that it feels semi-rural but takes 5 minutes to Indooroopilly shoppingtown and just over ten minutes to the city.
Pros
- Semi rural feel so close to the city
- green leafy surrounds
- very friendly community
Cons
- No shops in the suburb but next door to indooroopilly
- some streets flooded
- Only buses- no citycat or train
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Tourists
- LGBT+
- Hipsters
- Country Lovers
- Trendy & Stylish
Fig Tree Pocket
rating details
2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"A safe and established neighborhood, perfect for everyone."
One of Brisbane's most green and tree-filled suburbs is Fig Tree Pocket, named for the large fig tree that grew in the area. Located in a bend on the Brisbane River, it's home to one of Brisbane's oldest and most loved attractions, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, which was established in 1927.
Koalas aren't the only creatures to call Fig Tree Pocket home. Horses are also partial to the area and there is a Pony Club at Fig Tree Pocket Road. Humans consider themselves very fortunate to live here too and there are some veritable mansions on the riverbanks and lots of beautiful old Queenslanders mixed in with modern developments.
The large blocks of land and the abundance of wild, untamed bush give Fig Tree Pocket a semi-rural feel, even though it's close to the city. It has proved a perfect location for some great schools, including Brisbane Montessori School , Fig Tree Pocket Primary School and The Glenleighden School.
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Koalas aren't the only creatures to call Fig Tree Pocket home. Horses are also partial to the area and there is a Pony Club at Fig Tree Pocket Road. Humans consider themselves very fortunate to live here too and there are some veritable mansions on the riverbanks and lots of beautiful old Queenslanders mixed in with modern developments.
The large blocks of land and the abundance of wild, untamed bush give Fig Tree Pocket a semi-rural feel, even though it's close to the city. It has proved a perfect location for some great schools, including Brisbane Montessori School , Fig Tree Pocket Primary School and The Glenleighden School.
Join me on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/profile.php?id=1799278402
Check out more about Fig Tree Pocket realestate on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=87637879221&ref=ts
Or join our local Fig Tree Pocket group on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=5422573956&ref=ts
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- Families with kids
- Retirees
JohnBradleyPlace
If anyone needs to find out more about real estate in the area please don't hesitate to contact me any time.
2yrs+
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Fig Tree Pocket
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2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Pest Free
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Internet Access
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"A very small town feel close to everything"
feels like a holiday community where everyone knows you. That can be a problem sometimes.
JohnBradleyPlace
Can sometimes be a problem but it also has its benefits around security and friendships.
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Fig Tree Pocket
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2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"great place for families to live"
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Fig Tree Pocket
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2yrs+
- Neighbourly Spirit
- Safe & Sound
- Clean & Green
- Pest Free
- Peace & Quiet
- Eating Out
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Shopping Options
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Cost of Living
- Resale or Rental Value
- Public Transport
- Medical Facilities
- Schools
- Childcare
"Country-style living in the city"
Driving home, past the horses and gum trees is always a pleasure. The huge parks and magnificent trees give a feeling of space and tranquility. It's like being in the country but so close to the city!
The children play on the street with friends from the neighbourhood and there is always a neighbour friendly enough to lend you a cup of sugar should you need it.
You wouldn't find a better neighbourhood anywhere else. Fig Tree Pocket is a great place to call home!
The children play on the street with friends from the neighbourhood and there is always a neighbour friendly enough to lend you a cup of sugar should you need it.
You wouldn't find a better neighbourhood anywhere else. Fig Tree Pocket is a great place to call home!
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JohnBradleyPlace
I could not agree more with everything you have said, I can't wait to find and buy my future home in the area.
2yrs+
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Fig Tree Pocket
"Tree lined suburb of Fig Tree Pocket"
Free tree pocket is around 30 minutes to the heart of Brisbane city in heavy traffic around 20 minutes if driving off peak times. The suburb is filled with trees and serene natural setting. You will see some great newly constructed homes of all sorts here. I once went to an open home here and the house looked like a mini rainforest "ewok village" from "star wars".
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