Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
Ranked 30th best suburb by locals in Sunshine Coast Region, QLD
Great for
- Parks and recreation
- Safe and sound
- Eating out
- Neighbourly spirit
- Clean & green
Not great for
- Parking
Who lives here?
- Families With Kids
- Professionals
- Singles
- Retirees
- Tourists
Reviews of Noosa Heads, QLD
"Beautiful views, beach, quiet when the tourists are gone"
We moved from Melbourne to Noosa Heads, rented a house with amazing views of mountain, river and incredibly beautiful sunsets. The rental market is sought after, we were lucky to find one. The balcony and pool are awesome. Neighbours are so friendly. The beach and Hastings are 10-15 minutes walk, be prepared to walk down the hills or coming back to the hills. If you are fit it’s lovely. The national park is walking distance. Cons, noisy and traffic during tourist season.
Who lives here?
- Families with kids
"A special spot"
Noosa means beautiful white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters. A spectacular 40sqkm national park, friendly and relaxed locals, warm days, bright blue skies, and world-renowned surf breaks. It means some of Australia's best restaurants serving local organic produce from the land and sea. A bucket list visit
Who lives here?
- Families with kids
"Very overly crowded for such a small beach suburb"
Its a lovely suburb if it was less crowded and more infrastructure was provided in the last few years to cope with the demand of interstate migration & vacation families. Very hard to get a decent rental, modern facilities place that doesnt look like it was from the 90's. Hastings street are lovely lined with fairy lights however they need to block the cars that come in as it becomes congested with full of fumes from the car's engines.
For some reason there seems to be alot of smokers in the area as well in thr community which is bad when their standing around outside the shops puffing on their ciggies and as a non-smoker, it can be quite triggering walking past.
"Suzie Mcdonald - Noosa Heads"
I first moved to Noosa 21 years ago and schooled my children here. I then went to travel the world and I couldn't be happier to have returned to live in beautiful Noosa. Our National Parks and beaches are some of the most pristine in the world. Despite the growth we have had we still manage to retain our 'Village Lifestyle". Noosa was a great platform for my children to grow up in and enjoy the healthy outdoors and the great schools and social life. Hastings Street offers wonderful boutique shopping stocking many of the top brands. Our restaurants vary from fine dining to funky bars and offer every type of cuisine and top class food as well as a weekly farmers market and the world famous Eumundi markets. . During the Christmas period there are free buses on offer doing continuous circles of Noosa to save you taking your car to the beach. Walk to the lookout to watch the sun set over the mountains or take a day trip up into Montville, Malany or Australia Zoo. We will soon have an International airport on our doorstep and we host world class sporting events.
Bistro C offers beachfront views for a fabulous breakfast, lunch or dinner or simply joining friends for a coffee. Sails restaurant has a morning coffee cart along with many other venues - Aromas - Cafe Le Monde to name a few. Laguna Jacks boasts live music and a deck overlooking the street to watch the world go by. Rococcos has been an icon for many years.
Suzie Mcdonald
Principal Property Manager
[email protected]
www.srenoosa.com.au
0420874813
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
"Crowded and expensive"
We were surprised how crowded Hastings Street is on an ordinary Friday in August. No parking, crowded main beach and expensive self deluded restaurants. It is not the northern beaches of Sydney but the locals seem to have forgotten that detail.
For a Queensland beach experience you are better off traveling a little bit further north to Hervey Bay. Same weather, beautiful beach and less crowded. Extra bonus ocean view properties for under One Million Dollars.
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Whatever your opinions are not mine dopeys
Hi JohnoM,
Can you please give a bit more information about where is nicer? I am looking to move to the Sunshine Coast and am looking for somewhere that has a bit of money as it will support my trade that I plan to work in when I get up there, but is also pretty, relaxed and beachy. I am thinking either Mooloolabar or Noosa but have concerns as people have told me that they're extremely budget concious in Maloolabar and those areas. Is the food really average in Noosa or did you just not like paying the prices? We're the people friendly? Let me know what you think.
Thanks
Noosa is the pits .. mooloolaba is great coolum beach is nice too ... though both are pricey . I lived in noosa for 20 years and feel i can pass judgment clearly. Caloundra has lots of nice beaches and is more price friendly..... though if your looking for a beautiful place , Rainbow beach trumps them all . About an hour north of noosa (just far enough away) it has evertyhing .
Expensive just means out of my price range, those places are not comparable. It's like telling someone to go Coventry instead London, it might represent value but that's hardly the point. The fact it is expensive is what keeps the atmosphere salubrious and civilised. It's also naturally much more picturesque that those places, with turquoise waters, rainforest like vegetation (Caloundra is especially barren), and a dramatic headland - not to mention high quality bars and restaurants. The only one of those alternatives that is palatable is Coolum, but it is spoilt by a caravan park and McDonalds.
"Love this place"
I love living in Noosa. The lifestyle is relaxed, the people friendly, the community really engaged in maintaining what makes Noosa special to the locals. Just some words that come to mind when I think about Noosa...
early morning fitness
very social
community minded
sustainable and green
family and friends
dining, dining, dining
beaches and river
national park and conservation areas
koalas
Great for
- Dining
- Beaches
- Community
- National parks
- Walks
- Boating
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Tourists
- Beach Lovers
"A beautiful place to live - a great lifestyle"
I work in Noosa and live near by and I love how beautiful and relaxing Noosa is. There is so much to enjoy in the area, including walks through the national park, swimming at the clean beaches, and dining and shopping along Hastings St and Noosa Junction. I've lived on the Northern Beaches and near the Eastern Beaches of Sydney and Noosa is a far better environment and climate.
Great for
- National parks
- Walks
Not great for
- Shopping
Who lives here?
- Singles
- Retirees
- Tourists
- LGBT+
- Trendy & Stylish
- Beach Lovers
Dear David - very interested in your comment. I recently lived on the northern beaches and would like to move to noosa but am a little weary of the job prospects. Would you be so kind as to let me know the best links to see jobs in noosa? I am a CA and previously a business broker. Thanks much. Andrew
I was just there last week .. and it still kicks ass :) I walked along the beach every morning - was so nice.
"Noosa Top Spot"
Noosa Heads a great place for a holiday, plenty to do and see, nice beaches, good walking tracks and if you don't mind the crowds shopping's great if you're into that sort of thing. Noosa Heads is a town by the seaside and has plenty of activities that involve the water, skiing, fishing, boating, hire a BBQ boat and take a trip on the river, best BBQ ever.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
"A great place to holiday and a great place to live if you keep away from holiday resorts and the canals"
People move here for the same reason as they holiday there, great climate, great beaches.Shopping has improved for locals over the last few years with a new shopping complex and Noosa Junction is undergoing a renovation. Houses are expensive but look where the locals go, Coloola Hill behind Noosa Junction and Tewantin has some nice housing. Not much work for young people but that is improving as the population increases.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
Hi. I've lived in the Noosa region since 1994 and have lived in a holiday resort complex for the last 5 years. We are a couple with a school aged child. Apartment living isn't for everyone, but it's the best move we have made. We scrapped the mortgage with downsizing from a house, have a very cool apartment, heated pool, sauna and spas, and all just a stones throw from Hastings St and Main Beach. We get really quiet periods throughout the year where we almost have the whole resort to ourselves. And at other times when it's busy it's great to see people having fun on holidays. Noise isn't an issue with good on-site managers and we don't have to worry about anything when we want to go away. If you're thinking of downsizing but want a great lifestyle near all the cafes and the beach, give it a go!
I am moving to Noosa at the end of Feb.2012 and would love to know how to find a 3 bed apartment like yours . Sounds ideal to me.
Don't do what we did. We've loved Noosa for many years and have always made a beeline here for our holidays, long weekends and so on. A few years ago we moved up to Noosa to 'live the dream' and found a great villa in a large quiet (or so we thought) resort. We thought we had a great deal and bought the place. Living in a resort was fantastic for the first few months when the resort was fairly quiet and peaceful. But then the school holidays started and it became bedlam. Noise in the pools from 7am till 9pm, inconsiderate holiday makers who have no concern for others, leave beer bottles around, and drink and smoke outside their units till the small hours. If you ask them to be more considerate they may well oblige, but then you've got new neighbours again in a few days and the problems start afresh. It's very stressful. We've met other people who had also bought in resorts and had the same experience we'd had. After while you don't want to go outside your door and we left the blinds down most of the time we were there. It was a bit like living in a prison cell. The worst thing is when we finally bit the bullet and sold, we ended up losing quite a bit of money. But we're still glad we're out of there. Don't get me wrong, Noosa is a great place, but don't think living in a resort is like being on holiday in one.
my wife and I who are over 60, are contemplating in buying a 3 BR house up there. Which is the best suburb for retirees? and do Pensioners enoy
water, elect and council rate rebates?
"Noosa is totally overrated."
I have been to Noosa once on a holiday and was dissapointed in what it had to offer as oppsed to a somewhere else like the Gold Coast (was looking at starting business and maybe moving). Yes sure Retirees with lots of money that can afford expensive Noosa mansions and have nice retirement.
For young people it is my opinion there is just not enough work and desire to motivate younger people and even families to move to Sunshine Coast unless in an industry such as mining etc. Even then you would not be able to truly enjoy the bliss environment and beautiful naturistic lifestyle Noosa has to offer.
I would rate alot higher just too pricey and not for everyone.
Who lives here?
- Retirees
Shame you've had such a bad experience with Noosa. My parents live here and I've visted it plenty of times. Sure, it's got the Retirees living in their million / multi-million dollar palaces .. but there's also plenty to do for tourists and backpackers. It's probably one of the prettiest places in Queensland. With the Sunshine Coast near by offering more affordable living, eating and services or Eumundi (now overrun by hundreds of shoppers) Noosa has great things too offer - beach, shops, food, no traffic (unless it's Schoolies Leavers .. but that's everywhere), relaxed atmosphere. Now, if you prefer the Gold Coast as a place to start a business - sure .. more people, more customers. To live? bleh! It's so fake. So touristy. So cheesy. But each to their own.It's definately pricey - i give u that. In fact, it's WAY overpriced. Worst thing is that if u need a tradesman .. and they hear the job is in Noosa .. bang! up goes the price. There's so many ugly places along Queensland. Cheap and ugly houses or just massive number of people in a tiny area. Sunshine Coast and Noosa Heads are the nicest places to live in the S.E. part of Queensland. Maybe give it another go. Or maybe you just need to go there with a local to show u the tricks of the place?
My work is with the multi million dollar homes, so the more the better. That is why I plan to either move to Mooloolaba or Noosa. I am not concerned about living costs as to live in many of the main hubs on the Sunshine Coast will cost me as much as the suburbs I would choose as a preference in Brisbane. I am not an outer suburb person. As a 40 year old with my partner overseas and no children and none planned, it's a bit hard to work out weather Noosa or Mooloolaba will be best for me. Noosa is sounding good though, I like the sound of the social aspect pre mentioned.
"Noosa -Great place to live or holiday"
Noosa is the most northerly part of the Sunshine Coast and a Mecca for not only tourists but a great place to live or retire. Noosa has a laid back beach style and has a sub tropical climate. There are beaches to suit all with a lagoon type beach for families and surf beaches for those wanting to ride the waves. There are numerous shopping facilities as well as many cafes and restaurants. There is accommodation to suit all budgets including caravan parks, motels and resorts. Due to the locations and the great atmosphere Noosa has become a very popular place to live and retire which has forced home prices up. Definitely not in the price range for a first home buyer.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
"Glorious Noosa - I would live here in a second!"
Noosa has it all - the balmy Queensland climate, stunning coastline and sandy beaches, lots of dining options and all of the essential services.
Noosa is situated just 130 kilometres north of Brisbane in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. The area is a tourist hot-spot, and Hastings Street can often be at a standstill as the shops and icecream parlours are inundated by the crowds.
Noosa offers some glorious living options, whether it is a beachside villa (look out for the price tag!), a rainforest hideaway, a riverfront property or a sprawling home in the suburbs.
There is so much to do here - golf courses, surf beaches and rainforest walks. Or you can do nothing at all and just unwind on your own secluded beach.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Retirees
"Thank god for Noosa"
Noosa is one of those rare places that everybody you talk to loves to visit. While it's only an hour north of Brisbane it feels like a different world. Kids, families, surfy grommits and old people alike flock to Noosa. Excellent and award winning restaurants, cafes and hotels line Hastings Street which backs directly onto the beach. Sarongs are the uniform d'jour and sandy hair and bare feet are the usual. The beach itself has enough swell to interest board riders but has enough protection to still be suitable for little people swimming. Accommodation is many and varied and if you crank up the jack johnson you are sure to have a great and relaxing time.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
"Quietly Tucked Away"
Just a short walk from the busy Hastings Street in Noosa, past the surf club is area known as Little Cove. Very popular with holidaymakers with lots of holiday flats, it is a more secluded part of town where quiet picnics are possible without the hustle and bustle. By following Park Road, you will come to the entrance to the National Park and its great waterfront walk.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
"Ideal Sea Change"
It’s interesting that most of the people who live in Noosa, don’t come from there. And that’s because so many people from the southern states have chosen it as their sea change destination. Noosa is blessed with beautiful beaches, great facilities and a desirable lifestyle. The homes range from waterfront mansions to townhouses. Shopping in Hastings Street reveals designer fashion stores and trendy cafes and high priced restaurants. In Noosa Junction though things are a little more low-key, supermarkets, specialty stores, and a small cinema complex.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
"Very expensive place to live."
Noosa Heads is predominently a holiday destination and the real estate is very expensive. Most of the residential accommodation is situated in the hills at the back of Noosa Heads and most have absolutely stunning views.
Because of the main part of Noosa Heads being a holiday destination some new residents have found it diffiuclt to settle in and make friends. There tends to be such a high transient population even amonst the locals.
In fact, most residents live just behind the hills of Noosa Heads in Sunshine Beach or further south in the residential areas leading down to Coolum.
Fabulous surf beaches are within easy access and this is one of the reasons so many people gravitate to this area.
The other reason is the quality international restaurants that abound along the main street, some overlooking the ocean and some not.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Retirees
bwahaha yeah lets go to harvey bay and hang at maccas